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Trevor Zegras Suspended Three Games for Illegal Hit on Michael Rasmussen

The NHL's Department of Player Safety penalized Zegras for a late, high hit that caused significant head contact and left Rasmussen injured.

Feb 23, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Anaheim Ducks center Trevor Zegras (11) takes a shot on goal during the first period of the game between the Detroit Red Wings and the Anaheim Ducks at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bradshaw Sevald-Imagn Images
Jan 30, 2025; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; Anaheim Ducks center Trevor Zegras (11) skates during the warmup period against the Calgary Flames at Scotiabank Saddledome. Mandatory Credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Trevor Zegras of the Anaheim Ducks has been suspended three games without pay for a shoulder-to-head hit on Detroit Red Wings forward Michael Rasmussen during Sunday's game.
  • The NHL's Department of Player Safety cited the lateness, significant head contact, and force of the hit as reasons for the suspension, which also includes a forfeiture of $89,844 in salary.
  • Rasmussen, who was not in possession of the puck at the time of the hit, left the game with an upper-body injury and did not travel with the Red Wings for their next match against Minnesota.
  • No penalty was called on the play during the game, sparking criticism from fans over the officiating and calls for stricter enforcement of player safety rules.
  • This marks Zegras's first career suspension since entering the NHL in 2021, and he will be eligible to return to the Ducks lineup on March 4 against the Edmonton Oilers.