Chicago Blackhawks Call Up Frank Nazar Following Sloppy 5-4 Loss To NY Islanders

Friday's episode begins with a discussion on the Chicago Blackhawks calling up top prospect Frank Nazar from the Rockford IceHogs, as he's set to make his season debut on Saturday afternoon in New Jersey against the Devils. Host Jack Bushman shares his thoughts on the timing of Nazar's call up & his projected spot in the lineup on Saturday. Busman also recaps the Blackhawks' sloppy 5-4 loss to the New York Islanders, as they surrendered three goals in 2:19 early in the 3rd period to plague a late comeback effort. Bushman dives into Connor Bedard's three-point game, Tyler Bertuzzi & Taylor Hall continuing to click, and Arvid Soderblom's brutal night. All that and more on Locked On Blackhawks. Part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.
Nazar Called Up (1:45)
Hawks Fall 5-4 To Isles (18:05)
Preview vs. Devils (33:25)
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QUESTION OF THE DAY -- What Was YOUR Reaction To Frank Nazar FINALLY Getting Called Up? Also Drop Your Mailbag Monday Question!!!

[@robertjames5199]

I’m on the fence with this he earned it but I would love him to just tear up the minors for a full year and start next year with loads of confidence and plus I’d like him to have the chance to win rookie of the year in the NHL as well. It’s great to see him up though for sure!

[@LockedOnBlackhawks]

I do wonder if what's going on down in Rockford right now & having 3 games in a row without a point aided in the decision to call him up. I wouldn't have minded if they let him stay down there longer, but the IceHogs are now in a bit of a pickle...

[@crystalsorcerer2757]

Not a hockey guy at all really but he was in my middle school class. It's interesting to see someone you knew when you were younger achieve so much and become kinda famous. Good for him though! I hope he has a fulfilling career.

[@LockedOnBlackhawks]

Haha, that's awesome!! Hope Frankie was a good student, LOL

[@isaacguerrero8873]

Id like a 15 to 20 game trail. See how he does. If he does well let him stay. If he needs to work on some things send him back down to do so in AHL. Maybe bring him up after trade deadline if there are roster spots available. Remember, Oliver Moore, Ryan Greene, Slaggart, and Dach could realistically be also looking for a roster spot at end of year.

[@phhdvm]

for the mail bag... How long can Reichel stay on the fourth line? Do you think he'll be on one of the top two lines any time soon?

[@LockedOnBlackhawks]

Bookmarked!!

[@fubartotale3389]

Lets curb our enthusiasm a bit on Nazar, he's 5'9" 175# with holes in his defense. I dont see him as an NHL centerman. Granted you could also say that about Patrick Kane, but he still has a lot of college in him. And don't get me wrong, he has great offensive skills and instincts, but he's not going to make anyone forget Toews.

[@LockedOnBlackhawks]

I don't think anyone will make Blackhawks fans forget about Jonathan Toews haha but Nazar is definitely the prospect I'm most excited about in the system. Think he's going to be a big piece. Whether he plays center or wing, we'll see. But I think he's going to be very productive wherever. Not gonna curb my enthusiasm with this kid

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