For many top prospects, the progression to their draft-eligible season features many twists and turns along the winding path of development. Late growth spurts, improved mechanics and skating structure, or an opportunity up the lineup that facilitates confidence and quicker growth. 

But for others, the trajectory has been much more linear. 

That’s the way it’s been for the U.S. National Team Development center, Frank Nazar III. He's been on the track for this season for a long time. But how high he'll end up going in the 2022 NHL Draft is yet to be seen.

There's one thing for certain though, Nazar is determined to prove his value and get better along the way.