Rangers' Mika Zibanejad Sits Out Game After Breaking Team Rule
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New York Rangers center Mika Zibanejad will miss Monday's game against the Anaheim Ducks due to a team rule infraction. Coach Mike Sullivan stated that the 32-year-old player was late for a team meeting, prompting a one-game suspension. Sullivan emphasized that Zibanejad, an honest and responsible player, understands the importance of adhering to team rules. The coach expects Zibanejad to return to the lineup on Tuesday when the Rangers face the Vancouver Canucks. In a notable absence, former Rangers teammates Chris Kreider and Jacob Trouba will face their old team. Kreider and Trouba, who were traded to the Ducks in separate deals, had previously visited Zibanejad and his family during their time in the New York area. Zibanejad, in his 10th season with the Rangers and 15th in the NHL, is tied for the team lead in goals with 11 and ranks third in points with 25. He is also expected to represent Sweden at the upcoming Milan Cortina Olympics.
