Officially eliminated from playoff contention, Parekh will draw into Calgary's lineup on Thursday for his NHL debut. Parekh was Calgary's ninth-overall pick in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft. The 19-year-old defenseman had an outstanding third season in the OHL, scoring 107 points (33G / 74A) in 61 games with the Saginaw Spirit.

Parekh was Calgary's ninth-overall pick in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft. The 19-year-old defenseman had an outstanding third season in the OHL, scoring 107 points (33G / 74A) in 61 games with the Saginaw Spirit.

Parekh was just selected in the 1st round of the 2024 NHL Entry Draft (9th overall) and has signed a three-year, entry-level contract with Calgary. The 18-year-old puck moving defensemen had a sensational second OHL season with Saginaw in 2023-24, with 33 goals and 96 points in 66 games played.