Connor Bedard is being praised on social media for classy gesture towards Moritz Seider

Chicago Blackhawks phenom Connor Bedard is causing some buzz on social media right now, receiving respect for a classy gesture towards Moritz Seider.

As violent and gruesome as hockey can be, accidents often happen. Last night, the Chicago Black Hawks took on the Detroit Red Wings for an original 6 matchup.

Although the results didn't go Chicago's way, one play in particular has earned Connor Bedard some significant praise on social media.

With roughly 5 minutes left in the second period, Bedard challenged Seider for the puck along the boards, resulting in Bedard's stick to spear Red Wings blue-liner Moritz Seider right in the face.

Initially, Red Wings fans were up in arms, screaming for a penalty call against Connor Bedard. Although Seider clearly took a high stick to the face, the play was deemed a follow through, which doesn't classify as a 2 minute minor.

To make matters even sweeter, Connor Bedard took the time to check in with Seider, making sure it he was okay - clearly apologetic for the events that unfolded.

Despite Connor Bedard receiving some well earned kudos online, the game was far from a success for the Chicago Blackhawks, losing by a score of 4-1.

Yesterday marked the highly anticipated return of Alex DeBrincat and Patrick Kane, and the Blackhawks surely has higher hopes for a better outcome.

The Chicago Blackhawks will look to rally tonight as they take on a red hot Dallas Stars team.

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