ON THE PASSING OF ZARLEY ZALAPSKI

Former Flames defenceman Zarley Zalapski has passed away at the age of 49.
The Edmonton-born Zalapski, who was drafted by the Pittsburgh Penguins in 1986, played for Calgary from 1993-97.
"We are deeply saddened with the news of Zarley's passing. We are proud that Zarley wore the Flames jersey; made Calgary his home following his playing career; represented our alumni executive; and we will always remember him as a member of the Flames family. This is a terrible loss of a man with great character who truly loved the game of hockey. We express our sincere condolences to the Zalapski family."
Ken King, President & CEO, Calgary Flames Hockey Club