Frank Nazar

Frank Nazar

21-Year-Old CenterC
Chicago Blackhawks
2025 Fantasy Outlook
Nazar split time between the AHL and the NHL in his rookie season, but in both places, his talent was on display. The 21-year-old posted 24 points in 21 AHL games and 26 points (12 goals, 14 assists) in 53 NHL games. He also was a major part of Team USA’s win at the 2025 IIHF World Championship with six goals and six assists in 10 games. Entering his second NHL season, the young center is shaping up to be a major part of the Blackhawks' future. Toward end of last season, he played a top-six role and was on the first power-play unit and the penalty kill, averaging 15:52 of ice time per game. His ice time will rise this year after sheltered usage as a rookie. He will likely see time in all situations again, making Nazar a prime breakout candidate. Read Past Outlooks
$Signed a six-year, $46.1 million extension with the Blackhawks in August of 2025.
Registers two assists Thursday
CChicago Blackhawks
December 4, 2025
Nazar logged two two assists, including one on the power play, and added two shots on net, two hits and two blocked shots in Thursday's 2-1 win over the Kings.
ANALYSIS
Nazar helped out on Connor Bedard's opening goal and set up Wyatt Kaiser's tally -- the eventual game-winner -- late in the second period. With five helpers over his last four games, Nazar has found his playmaking touch amid a goal drought that reached 15 contests Thursday. On the year, the 21-year-old center is at five goals, 15 helpers, 53 shots on net, 23 blocks, 18 hits, 14 PIM and an even plus-minus rating through 25 appearances. Nazar's been productive enough overall to be rostered in most fantasy formats.
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2024–25 Time On Ice Stats
  • Average Time On Ice:
    15:52
  • Average Power Play TOI:
    1:20
  • Average Short-Handed TOI:
    0:58
 
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0:58
2025–26
19:09
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2024 Fantasy Outlook
Blackhawks fans have plenty of reasons to be optimistic about the future beyond just the likes of Connor Bedard and Artyom Levshunov. Their prospect pool is far deeper than that, and Nazar is a great example. Selected with the No. 13 overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft, the Detroit native scored 17 goals and 41 points in 41 contests with the University of Michigan as a sophomore last season. Afterward, he joined the Blackhawks for a three-game stint in which he provided one goal. Nazar isn't likely to become a star, but he does have top-six potential. It's worth keeping an eye on him during training camp, but even if he doesn't make the Blackhawks' initial roster, Nazar will probably be summoned at some point during the 2024-25 campaign.
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Assist in three straight games
CChicago Blackhawks
November 21, 2025
Nazar distributed an assist, put four shots on goal and served two PIM in Thursday's 3-2 loss to the Kraken.
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Picks up helper in return
CChicago Blackhawks
November 16, 2025
Nazar logged an assist, two shots on goal and two blocked shots in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Maple Leafs.
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Good to play Saturday
CChicago Blackhawks
November 15, 2025
Nazar (abdomen) is expected to play against Toronto on Saturday, per Charlie Roumeliotis of WGN Radio.
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Game-time decision Saturday
CChicago Blackhawks
Abdomen
November 15, 2025
Nazar (abdomen) will be a game-time decision against the Maple Leafs on Saturday, Mark Lazerus of The Athletic reports.
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Status uncertain Saturday
CChicago Blackhawks
Abdomen
November 14, 2025
Nazar (abdomen) is questionable to face the Maple Leafs on Saturday, Scott Powers of The Athletic reports.
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Finalizing extension
CChicago Blackhawks
August 21, 2025
Nazar and the Blackhawks are putting the finishing touches on a long-term deal, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Nazar is heading into the final year of his entry-level deal and looks set for a big payday before the 2026-27 campaign. In his rookie campaign, the 21-year-old forward notched 12 goals, 14 assists and four power-play points while averaging 15:52 of ice time. Nazar was scheduled to hit restricted free agency next summer but instead has secured his long-term future in the Windy City.
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