Three Blackhawks set to compete in biggest tournament of the year

Blackhawks Prospects in the Hunt: NCAA Frozen Four 2024

As the 2024 Frozen Four unfolds in St. Paul, Minnesota, the spotlight shines on three Chicago Blackhawks prospects vying for NCAA glory. Let's delve into the matchups slated for this Thursday:

University of Denver vs. Boston University - 4 PM CT - ESPN2
University of Michigan vs. Boston College - 7:30 PM CT - ESPN2

Meet the Competing Blackhawks Prospects


Ryan Greene

Representing Boston University, Ryan Greene stands tall at 6-1 and weighs 185 pounds. With a left-handed shot, Greene was acquired by the Blackhawks in the 2nd round (No. 57) of the 2022 NHL Draft, courtesy of a trade involving Minnesota in the Marc-Andre Fleury deal.

Aidan Thompson

Hailing from the University of Denver, Aidan Thompson measures 5-11 and weighs 180 pounds. Also wielding a left-handed shot, Thompson was drafted by the Blackhawks in the 3rd round (No. 90) of the 2022 NHL Draft, thanks to a trade with Calgary involving Nikita Zadorov.

Frank Nazar III

Donning the colors of the University of Michigan, Frank Nazar III stands at 5-10 and weighs 180 pounds. With a right-handed shot, Nazar was a first-round pick (No. 13) for the Blackhawks in the 2022 NHL Draft, acquired through a trade with Montreal involving Kirby Dach.

Stay tuned as the journey to a NCAA championship unfolds!