Morgan Frost Pots The Game Winner As He Shows His Confidence And Poise, Just Like Flyers’ GM Chuck Fletcher Wanted Him To Do

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One of the reasons Morgan Frost was sent back to Lehigh was to build confidence, “I think having him go down to Lehigh Valley and play, play a lot and play every situation for Lappy will benefit him,” Flyers’ General Manager Chuck Fletcher said. “Allow him to get his timing back and his confidence back. The next time you see him, he’ll be a vastly improved player.”

Frost was assertive last night with his decision making. His defense was spot on like it was at Flyers Training Camp, but this time he was decisive on the offensive side of the puck. For his efforts, he potted the game winner, but chipped in another goal and added an assist to complete the game with two goals and one assist.

He made nice crisp tape to tape passes, and Tyson Foerster fed him the game winner, to which he buried it and that is exactly what Fletcher wants to see, “I think we wanted to give Morgan every opportunity to show what he could do,” Fletcher said. “We played him with good player. We played him in important situations. I think the best thing for him long term is to play and play in an environment where he can get his confidence. It’s the best thing for him. It’s the best thing for us. We went into it in good faith and wanted to give him that opportunity.”

Frost was obviously disappointed at being sent back, and maybe he used that as motivation last night, “He’s disappointed as anyone would be,” Fletcher said. “He’s a top, top player. I can’t imagine he’s been cut many times in his life. I got cut lots, but I don’t think Morgan’s had to deal with that. I think he understands it, but in the moment, of course you’re disappointed. He’s a competitor.”

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Confidence is huge for everyone no matter what you do in life. After only playing in a handful of organized hockey games in a year and a half. It’s understandable for Frost to tighten his stick or put a lot of pressure for him to succeed offensively. Whatever the case maybe, he can use this game as motivation moving forward.

Congratulations to new Phantoms Head Coach Ian Laperrière and Goaltender Samuel Ersson with earning their first victories with the Phantoms.