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How the Blackhawks are preparing to utilize a Moore, Frondell and Nazar line

With the Chicago Blackhawks struggling on offense, head coach Jeff Blashill is looking to see if a line of Moore, Frondell, and Nazar can work.

By Brooke LoFurno · Blackhawk Up

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 9:00 PM

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Head coach Jeff Blashill formed a new second line featuring Oliver Moore, Anton Frondell, and Frank Nazar.
The Blackhawks entered their Nov. 7 game against Carolina holding a 4-12-1 record.
Blashill indicated Frondell and Nazar will alternate taking faceoffs depending on the side of the ice.

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Chicago Blackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill is shifting Oliver Moore, Anton Frondell, and Frank Nazar onto a newly formed second line ahead of their matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes on Nov. 7. With Chicago holding a 4-12-1 record and averaging just 2.18 goals per game, the coaching staff is seeking an offensive boost, especially with Patrick Kane unavailable.

Blashill explained that Nazar and Frondell will split faceoff duties based on rink side rather than strictly adhering to traditional center and wing responsibilities. Natural Stat Trick data shows the pair had only shared the ice for 57 seconds this season prior to this strategic adjustment.

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