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Panthers' A.J. Greer faces disciplinary hearing for hit on Flames' Connor Zary

Panthers' A.J. Greer faces disciplinary hearing for hit on Flames' Connor Zary
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Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Panthers' A.J. Greer faces disciplinary hearing for hit on Flames' Connor ZaryUgly incident earned Greer — who played for the Flames two seasons ago — a five-minute major for boarding, while Zary left the game and did not return.

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Calgary Flames centre Connor Zary skates off the ice after a cross check from Florida Panthers left winger A.J. Greer sent him head-first into the boards during the third period against the Florida Panthers at the Scotiabank Saddledome on Friday, March 20, 2026. Brent Calver/Postmedia Photo by Brent Calver /PostmediaArticle contentA.J. Greer will be having a hearing with the NHL Player Safety Department.

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Greer was thrown out of Friday night’s game between the Florida Panthers and Calgary Flames at the Saddledome after a dangerous hit on Flames winger Connor Zary.

Article contentIt was an ugly incident that also earned Greer a five-minute major for boarding. Zary had his back to Greer and was driven head-first into the boards and there were immediate calls for a lengthy suspension across social media in the aftermath of the hit.

This story includes reporting from Calgary Herald. WestNet News may update this story as more information becomes available.

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