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"This is such a huge honour," Bedard said, per
the International Ice Hockey Federation. "I'm not sure how to
compare it to others I've received, but it's pretty incredible
to receive this award with all the unbelievable players that
have competed in the IIHF this season and the amazing players
that were nominated for this award."
Bedard, 17, led Canada to the gold medal at the World Junior
Championship with a tournament-best 23 points (nine goals, 14
assists) in January.
He swept the player of the year, top prospect and top scorer
awards at the Canadian Hockey League awards earlier this month
after recording 143 points (71 goals, 72 assists) in 52 games
for the Regina Pats.
Bedard, from North Vancouver, British Columbia, is widely
expected to be the No. 1 overall pick in the draft taking place
from June 28-29 in Nashville.
--Field Level Media
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