The dream of top forward prospect Michael Misa slipping past the Sharks didn't come to fruition Friday, but the Hawks are nonetheless very pleased with landing Frondell.

Frondell has the size, offensive skill, defensive awareness and ceiling the Blackhawks believe will make him a perfect fit in their top six.

Frondell may be a nondescript 6'1" in height, but when he's on the ice, he looks so much bigger. Some of that is attributable to his wide frame; 204 pounds is bulky for an 18-year-old at that height.