Flames’ Zayne Parekh Suffers Upper-Body Injury Against Blackhawks
The Calgary Flames faced a significant setback during their game against the Chicago Blackhawks on Friday. Zayne Parekh, their promising 19-year-old defenseman, suffered an upper-body injury in the second period following a hit from Nick Foligno.
Zayne Parekh’s Injury Details
Parekh took the hit awkwardly and displayed signs of distress as he skated to the bench. Shortly after, the Flames confirmed he would not return to the game due to his upper-body injury.
Game Impact
- MacKenzie Weegar and Joel Hanley were in the penalty box at the time of the incident.
- Joel Farabee stepped in as a makeshift defenseman alongside Brayden Pachal.
Parekh’s absence adds to the Flames’ challenges, as the team seeks to maintain its competitiveness this season. In his 10 games thus far, he has contributed one assist and averaged over 15 minutes of ice time.
Career Highlights
Selected as the ninth overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft, Parekh’s potential has been evident. He made his NHL debut last season in Calgary’s final game, where he celebrated his first career goal in a 5-1 victory against the Los Angeles Kings.
What’s Next for the Flames?
The Flames now look to adjust their lineup in the wake of Parekh’s injury. As the season progresses, fans and analysts will keenly watch how the team navigates these challenges.
