Mika Zibanejad Cleared to Play Thursday Against Flyers

Mika Zibanejad (illness) is slated to play against Philadelphia on Thursday, according to Vince Z. Mercogliano of The Athletic. The New York Rangers center was questionable after missing Wednesday's practice due to the illness. Zibanejad has recorded 23 goals and 52 points in 56 outings with the Rangers in 2026-27. He is expected to play on the top line alongside J.T. Miller and Gabe Perreault for Thursday's game.