Chicago: Connor Bedard played in his first preseason game with the Chicago Blackhawks, who won in overtime over the St. Louis Blues.

The 18-year-old center made a smooth pass to set up Andreas Athanasiou’s goal at 4:02 of the extra period. Bedard dished from the right side, and Athanasiou flipped in a backhander.

Bedard also picked up an assist on Philipp Kurashev’s second-period goal. He finished with five shots and 21:42 of ice time.

The two lower levels of the United Center were mostly full for the exhibition matchup. The team closed off the upper deck.

The rookie got the loudest cheers of any player when his name was announced.