Overview

• Talks that began in early summer have now stretched two to three months without a signed deal.
• The main sticking point is term length, as the Flames push for a short-term bridge contract and Zary’s camp seeks longer security.
• General manager Craig Conroy labels Zary a huge priority and expects the agreement to be finalized before training camp starts.
• Zary’s season ended early following knee injuries on January 7 and March 27, leaving him with 13 goals and 14 assists in 54 games.
• Over two NHL seasons the 24th overall pick has amassed 27 goals and 61 points in 117 games, highlighting his value as an emerging offensive player.