Frank Nazar Scouting Reports

Nazar has turned pro after two seasons at the University of Michigan.
He missed the majority of of his freshman year with injury - only suiting up for 13 games in 22/23
His 23/24 season went more to plan. Nazar produced 17G-24A in 41GP for the Wolverines.
He averaged between 17-21 minutes per game and was deployed in all situations.
The first thing that stands out about Nazar's game is his speed. He's quick out of the blocks and a threat off the rush when fully up to speed. The same is true when he is fully engaged pressing back to assist defensively.
Nazar isn't shy about driving to the net - or lurking around the crease looking for loose pucks.
He's capable of playing the wing and the middle - and has benefited from experiencing high leverage games at the World Juniors and College Levels.
Defensively his awareness is generally sound - but he will need to use his quickness to defend with more consistent purpose and detail at the pro level.
Projects to be a potential middle six NHL forward. The kind of player who will be deployed as a second / third line forward.

A competitive player who plays the game quick and fast. Frank never quits on a play.
He's relentless / brings second effort. On the (PK) he rotates, is quick to space, gets in shooting lanes and blocks shots. Without the puck he has the speed to create turnovers up ice as (F1). He's capable of being deployed as a bumper on the PP. He could slow his game down at times to allow for more options to unfold but his energy in undeniable. The kind of player who should, in time, give team an option in variety of roles. Not just offense.