In an exclusive interview with Postmedia, Flames rookie Zayne Parekh put a positive spin on his injury absence — ‘I think it’s been a good breather for me’

As a smile stretches across his face, you can tell that Zayne Parekh appreciates the irony of what he’s about to say. It might not be the answer that you’re expecting.

The Calgary Flames ’ rookie defenceman has, after all, missed a full month due to injury. It’s easy to assume that the layoff has felt like another major bump in the road for a guy who couldn’t have been anticipating this many potholes in his first season in the NHL.

“It’s been great, honestly,” Parekh told Postmedia. “Injuries suck, but we have a great team here and they keep it light every day, keep it positive, and I think it’s been a good breather for me. I thi

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