NHL Trade Rumors: Rangers face tough decision as insider Elliotte Friedman exposes Mika Zibanejad update

Elliotte Friedman reported the New York Rangers are in discussions with Mika Zibanejad amid concerns about early-season instability. Despite Zibanejad’s contract signed in 2022, decreased goal output and ice time have fueled trade rumors. The Rangers are trying to find a way to make it work with Zibanejad, aiming for a long-term solution to improve performance and team chemistry.