US EditionChicago Blackhawks Agree with Frank Nazar on a 7-Year Extension Worth $46.13 Million
Frank Nazar's seven-year, $46.13 million extension sets an NHL record for players with under 56 career games, reflecting Chicago's confidence in his long-term potential.
- On Thursday, the Chicago Blackhawks announced a seven-year extension for pending RFA Frank Nazar, cementing the 21-year-old forward's future with the franchise.
- After a midseason recall from AHL Rockford IceHogs, Frank Nazar, Chicago Blackhawks forward, finished with a 12-14-26 line in 53 NHL games and convinced management he's key alongside Connor Bedard.
- Per PuckPedia, the deal commits $46.13M total with a $6.59M cap hit, and Blackhawks GM Kyle Davidson said, `Frank elevated his game last season and has proven himself to be one of the top young talents in the league`.
- With the extension, Chicago Blackhawks retain barely over $40 million in cap hits for 2026-27 under a projected $104 million salary cap, viewing Frank Nazar's deal as a long-term bet with risk due to limited NHL experience.
- Earlier this year, Nazar and Connor Bedard became extension-eligible July 1, but Bedard is expected to wait, leaving Chicago to manage multiple big RFAs next summer.
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Usa newsBlackhawks cement Frank Nazar as core player with seven-year contract
Nazar's contract will carry a $6.59 million salary-cap hit. It's a risk to invest so much on such an inexperienced forward, but in the Hawks' position, it's a risk worth taking.
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