Zegras has not played since December 17th but is expected to play Thursday vs. the Red Wings. With Ryan Getzlaf still out, Zegras will likely play massive minutes on Thursday.
Trevor Zegras News
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According to the Ducks, Zegras is asymptomatic but he will likely miss all three games this week and may not be back until the middle of next week.
Zegras has been on the Ducks taxi squad for the last few games but will likely suit up as the 12th forward on Friday. Zegras is a tremendous talent but has had a tough time racking up points early in his NHL career. Through 15 games, he has one goal and four assists.
Zegras was a healthy scratch for the first time on Saturday but will get right back into the lineup on Monday. The rookie forward has tallied just one assist and 11 shots in his first six NHL games.
The Ducks promoted their top prospect on Sunday and he should make his NHL debut on Monday. Zegras skated with Sam Steel and Jakob Silfverberg in Sunday's practice, paving the way for him to play in the top-6 right away. The 19-year-old had nine points (4G / 5A) in his first eight AHL games.