Overview
- Djurgardens was eliminated from the SHL playoffs on Saturday, clearing the way for the No. 3 pick in 2025 to join Chicago.
- Coach Jeff Blashill said Sunday that Frondell is headed from Sweden and, with his visa already completed, will be eligible to play upon arrival.
- The team will determine his first game on Monday as a four-game trip begins Tuesday against the Islanders, followed by the Flyers, Rangers and Devils.
- Blashill indicated he will give the rookie meaningful minutes, saying he tends to "throw him into the fire," and noted Frondell will skate with a strong linemate.
- The 18-year-old scored 20 goals in his SHL rookie season and helped Sweden win world juniors gold, while fellow prospect Sacha Boisvert remains delayed awaiting immigration clearance.