MARCH 30 • CALGARYHERALD.COM
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'Something really cool': Flames rookie Connor Zary marks another career first After Saturday's clash with the Los Angeles Kings, Zary is set to be spotlighted on Hockey Night in Canada’s After Hours segment.
Contributes helper Zary posted an assist and three shots on goal in Tuesday's 3-1 loss to the Blackhawks.
Impact The helper was Zary's first point in three games since he returned from an upper-body injury. He's been back in his usual spot alongside Nazem Kadri, so there's still potential for Zary to get his game on track late in the campaign. The 22-year-old rookie has 30 points, 71 shots on net and a plus-16 rating through 53 appearances.
MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE
Three reasons why Flames rookie Connor Zary has a case to be a Calder Trophy finalist There will be three rookies named as Calder Trophy finalists — and Flames left-winger Connor Zary has a chance to be among them.
MARCH 26 • CALGARYHERALD.COM
Returns to lineup Zary had one blocked shot and two PIM in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Canucks.
Impact After missing the last eight games with an upper body injury, Zary returned to his regular spot on the first line centered by Nazem Kadri. Zary remains a player to watch, especially in deeper leagues. The 22-year-old rookie's offensive talent is undeniable, but consider him a boom-or-bust option for now, with the potential to become a solid fantasy contributor in the future as he continues to develop.
MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE
Activated from injured reserve Zary (upper body) was activated Saturday from injured reserve, per the NHL media site.
Impact Zary missed eight games after getting hurt Mar. 2 versus Pittsburgh. The rookie has 12 goals and 29 points in 50 games this season. Zary is expected to see first line action alongside Nazem Kadri and Martin Pospisil, as well as playing on the second power-play unit.
MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE
Surfaces on IR Zary (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday, per the NHL media site.
Impact Zary, who didn't play in Monday's 4-2 loss to Seattle, will miss at least two more games after being injured in Saturday's win over Pittsburgh. The 22-year-old forward has 12 goals and 29 points in 50 outings this season. Walker Duehr and Matthew Coronato will battle for playing time during Zary's absence.
MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE
Deemed day-to-day Zary (upper boy) is not expected to play Monday against Seattle.
Impact Zary, who is considered day-to-day, will miss at least one game after getting injured in Saturday's 4-3 win over Pittsburgh. He has notched 12 goals and 29 points in 50 contests this campaign. The Flames brought up Matthew Coronato from AHL Calgary on Monday to replace Zary in the lineup.
MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE
Leaves Saturday's contest Zary (undisclosed) couldn't finish Saturday's game versus the Penguins, Danny Austin of The Calgary Sun reports.
Impact Zary exited the contest in the first period, returned in the second and then only took one shift in the third. It's not a good sign that he failed to finish the contest. Zary's status should be updated prior to Monday's game versus the Kraken.
MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE
Chips in with helper Zary logged an assist and three shots on goal in Thursday's 3-2 overtime win over the Bruins.
Impact Zary entered Thursday on a five-game drought. He snapped the slump by setting up a Martin Pospisil tally in the first period. Zary has been good enough to stick in a top-six role, picking up 27 points, 64 shots on net and a plus-17 rating through 47 appearances, primarily alongside Nazem Kadri. Rookies will go through slumps, but Zary is clearly a part of the Flames' present and future.
FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE
Centre? Left-wing? Connor Zary's versatility should make him an option at both While playing left wing feels like a “natural fit” for Connor Zary, being at centre might be a part of his future with the Calgary Flames.
FEBRUARY 22 • CALGARYHERALD.COM
Rookie Watch: Bedard, Zary among best Canada-born players | NHL.com Forwards for Blackhawks, Flames potential representatives in NHL 4 Nations Face-Off
FEBRUARY 12 • NHL.COM
Three goals in last four games Zary scored a goal and added an assist in a 5-3 win over the Devils on Thursday.
Impact Zary has three goals and one assist in his last four games. He put the Flames up 2-1 early in the second period, putting in a backhand after getting to a loose puck that squeaked between Vitek Vanecek's pads. Zary is having a strong rookie season with the Flames, sitting in a tie for fifth in points (26) and a tie for third in goals (12) among first-year players.
FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE
Scores in Tuesday's win Zary scored a goal and blocked three shots in Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Bruins.
Impact Zary's first-period tally held as the game-winner, his second such goal this season. He's scored twice over the last three contests and now has 11 goals and 24 points through 40 outings. Zary continues to find success alongside Nazem Kadri in a second-line role, though the Flames are expected to be active sellers ahead of the trade deadline, which could lead to some movement in the lineup.
FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE
Reaches 10-goal mark Zary scored a goal in Thursday's 5-2 loss to the Blue Jackets.
Impact Zary's 10th goal of the season tied the game at 2-2 in the first period. The 22-year-old rookie snapped a four-game point drought with the tally, his second slump of that length in the last month. Zary is at 23 points, 47 shots on net and a plus-14 rating through 38 appearances in a second-line role. He's generally played a strong all-around game, but it's tough to play him in fantasy when his offense isn't consistent.
JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE
Offers helper in win Zary produced an assist in Saturday's 3-1 win over the Golden Knights.
Impact Zary set up Nazem Kadri's first-period tally, which ended up being the game-winner. With five points over seven contests in January, Zary continues to impress in his rookie campaign. The winger has been steady in a second-line role, and he's up to 22 points, 39 shots on net and a plus-13 rating through 33 appearances on the year.
JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE
'He's been unbelievable': Connor Zary continues to impress for the Calgary Flames Connor Zary has collected nine goals and added 12 assists in his first 31 career games for the Calgary Flames
JANUARY 10 • CALGARYHERALD.COM
Collects two more points Zary scored a goal on two shots, dished an assist and went plus-4 in Tuesday's 6-3 win over the Senators.
Impact Zary has a pair of two-point efforts over the last four games, making up for his recent four-game slump. The 22-year-old got the Flames on the board in the first period and helped out on Noah Hanifin's game-tying tally in the third. Zary is at a strong nine goals, 21 points, 37 shots on net and a plus-13 rating through 31 appearances. He ranks fifth in rookie scoring, and his plus-minus rating is best among first-year players. With Chicago's Connor Bedard (jaw) out for a while, Zary could insert himself into the Calder Trophy race, though it doesn't help that he didn't start the year in the NHL.
JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE
Flames' Connor Zary Steals Loose Puck And Wires It Top Corner vs. Senators
JANUARY 10 • YOUTUBE
Records two points vs. Predators Zary contributed a goal and an assist in Calgary's 6-3 victory over Nashville on Thursday.
Impact Zary found the back of the net on the power play at just 4:45 of the first period to open the scoring. He assisted on Rasmus Andersson's even-strength tally later in the frame. Zary is up to eight goals and 19 points in 28 appearances this season, including three power-play points. The 22-year-old rookie brought his four-game scoring drought to an end with his efforts Thursday.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Flames rookie Connor Zary first wowed Calgary crowds at iconic U18 AAA event As a standout for the Saskatoon Contacts, Connor Zary won the tournament scoring title in 2016 at what is now called the Circle K Classic.
DECEMBER 26, 2023 • CALGARYHERALD.COM
Deals helper in win Zary managed an assist and three shots on goal in Thursday's 3-0 win over the Ducks.
Impact Zary's four-game point streak ended Monday versus the Panthers. He bounced back by setting up a Nick DeSimone tally in the first period, which held up as the game-winner. Zary had also gone four games without putting multiple shots on goal before Thursday. The rookie forward has seven goals, 10 assists, 28 shots and a plus-8 rating through 23 appearances this season, playing in a middle-six role.
DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Point streak at four games Zary scored a goal and added two PIM in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Lightning.
Impact Zary has a four-game point streak, and he's picked up four goals and two assists over his last seven outings. The 22-year-old had a short shaky run in late November, but he's back to being a steady middle-six and power-play contributor. The rookie forward has seven goals, nine helpers, 25 shots on net, eight PIM and a plus-6 rating through 21 appearances this season.
DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Offers power-play helper Zary provided a power-play assist in Thursday's 3-2 shootout loss to the Wild.
Impact Zary has gotten on the scoresheet in five of the last six games, contributing three goals and two assists in that span. The 22-year-old's helper Thursday was his first power-play point since Nov. 4. The rookie is up to six goals, nine helpers, 24 shots on net and a plus-5 rating through his first 20 games. He's now tied for fifth in rookie scoring, and all of the players ahead of him have played at least seven more games.
DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Garners assist Tuesday Zary produced an assist and went plus-2 in Tuesday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Golden Knights.
Impact Zary set up a Nazem Kadri tally in the second period. The helper was Zary's fourth point over the last five games as he continues to be a regular contributor in a top-six role. The rookie forward has six goals, eight assists, 24 shots on net and a plus-5 rating through 19 appearances this season. Fantasy managers can be happy with the points, but the 22-year-old would benefit from increasing his shot totals to sustain his offense in the long run.
DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
