Chicago Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard expressed his commitment to the Hawks’ future despite a season full of challenges.

Much of the buzz coming out of the press conference was centered on Connor Bedard, the franchise player of the Blackhawks, and his future in Chicago. The 19-year-old just completed his second NHL season with 67 points in 82 games and responded directly to recent speculation suggesting he might want out of Chicago.

Connor Bedard scored twice and set up the game-winner in a 4-3 victory Tuesday. The Hawks went 4-1-1 in their last six games to finish 25-46-11.