Blackhawks Wanted Frondell At Camp But Changed Plans At Prospect’s Request

The Blackhawks were originally hoping to have Anton Frondell with them for rookie camp as well as main training camp this month, relays Scott Powers of The Athletic (subscription link).  However, when the center indicated that he felt his development would be best served by staying in Sweden with SHL Djurgarden instead of an early-season interruption, they agreed to that plan instead.  Frondell was the third-overall pick back in June on the heels of an impressive showing with Djurgarden in the second-tier Allsvenskan when he had 25 points in 29 games.  That team earned a promotion to the SHL this season, which will give Frondell tougher competition to play against.  GM Kyle Davidson noted that the expectation is that no matter what, this will be Frondell’s final year in Sweden.