The New York Rangers might be considering another big trade after moving their captain, Jacob Trouba.
Rumors are swirling that Mika Zibanejad could be the next player on the trading block. Marco D’Amico hinted at this possibility on his X account, though he mentioned that a deal isn’t happening right away.
Talks have reportedly occurred between the Rangers’ GM and a Western Conference team about Zibanejad. But there’s a snag—Zibanejad is locked in with the Rangers for five more years, earning $8.5 million annually. This makes trading him tricky, unless they sweeten the deal to attract potential buyers like Kent Hughes of the Canadiens.
Trade History and Speculations:
Back in 2016, Jeff Gorton pulled off a smart move by acquiring Zibanejad while he was managing the Rangers. He swapped Derick Brassard and a seventh-round pick for Zibanejad and a second-round pick—a trade many consider one of his best. Some fans wonder if history might repeat itself with Montreal eyeing their own version of this successful swap.
Fans might think it’s exciting to imagine Zibanejad joining the Canadiens, sparking dreams of what could be if he became their star player.
As we ponder these possibilities, it’s interesting to consider: Could Montreal’s “Zibanejad” actually end up being… well, Zibanejad himself? It’s an intriguing thought worth keeping in mind as this story unfolds.
What do you think? Would seeing Zibanejad in Montreal colors be surprising or expected?
