Flames' Connor Zary Suspended Two Games for Elbowing Pettersson

Calgary Flames forward Connor Zary has been suspended for two games without pay for elbowing Vancouver Canucks defenseman Elias Pettersson during a recent game. The incident occurred after Pettersson delivered a clean hit on Flames' Nazem Kadri, prompting Zary to retaliate with a blindside elbow that led to a minor penalty initially. The NHL's Department of Player Safety subsequently reviewed the play and deemed it reckless, resulting in a suspension that will cost Zary approximately $8,993. This marks the first suspension in Zary's two-year career. Pettersson, who was briefly sidelined after the hit, contributed significantly to the Canucks' victory, scoring a tying goal and a shootout goal. Zary will miss upcoming games against the Avalanche and Maple Leafs due to this suspension.