Mika Zibanejad Rises in Rangers Records with Latest Goal in Comeback Season

Mika Zibanejad is making significant strides in the New York Rangers’ record books during his 10th season with the team. Recently, he tied Ron Greschner for the seventh-most points in franchise history, totaling 610 points. This achievement came after scoring his team-leading 10th goal of the season in a 4-2 victory against the Ottawa Senators.

Mika Zibanejad’s Impressive Season

Reflecting on the game, Zibanejad commented on the team’s performance, stating that their recent match against the Dallas Stars represented one of their best home games. He expressed confidence in the team’s ability to play at a high level, though he acknowledged areas for improvement, particularly in the third period of the Ottawa game.

Key Performance Highlights

• Zibanejad is halfway to his goal total of 20 from last season.
• He leads the Rangers with six power-play goals.
• Ranked third in assists, Zibanejad has contributed 11 this season.
• Currently on a five-game point streak, he has accumulated three goals and three assists during this span.
• Over the last eight games, he has posted a total of nine points.
• He is just two power-play goals away from matching the franchise record of 116 held by Chris Kreider and Camille Henry.

Upcoming Matches

The Rangers recently had a day off and are preparing for a challenging weekend schedule. They will face the Colorado Avalanche in an afternoon game on Saturday, followed by a match against the Vegas Golden Knights on Sunday evening.

Goalie Update

In roster news, the Rangers signed goaltender Spencer Martin to a two-year contract last month. Previously backing up Igor Shesterkin, Martin has played five NHL seasons and holds a record of 24 wins, 30 losses, and eight overtime losses, with a goals-against average of 3.56. At 30 years old, he began the current season playing with CSKA Moskva in the KHL before joining the Rangers.

Zibanejad’s resurgence and the Rangers’ strategy under head coach Mike Sullivan appear promising for the remainder of the season.