Recent reports reveal the New York Rangers will be asking their veteran forward to waive his no-movement clause as they head into a pivotal offseason.![Mika Zibanejad and Artemi Panarin]()
According to longtime Rangers insider Larry Brooks of the New York Post, there's a really good chance that General Manager Chris Drury will be asking Mika Zibanejad to waive his no-movement clause, which extends through the 2029-30 season.
As the Rangers look to keep retooling their roster in the offseason, Mika Zibanejad's $8.5 million average annual value makes him a primary candidate, as that type of cap space would offer the organization with many great opportunities in the future.
RANGERS EXPLORING OPTIONS TO MOVE MIKA ZIBANEJAD AND RESHAPE ROSTER
GM Chris Drury expiring options to move Mika Zibanejad in the offseason
The 31-year old star forward, as shown a major decline in production this season and has been surrounded by trade talked all season.
But, with Mika Zibanejad's full no-movement clause has made it very difficult for Chris Drury to trade him as he needs his approval. If Drury presents the waiver request, this will be something that needs to be handled during the offseason, instead of letting to carry into training camp.
According to several reports, Mika Zibanejad has already declined to waive his no-movement clause, around the same time the Rangers traded for J.T. Miller. However, it was revealed By David Pagnotta of the Fourth Period that he would waive his clause for the right team. Most likely a Stanley Cup contender if the Rangers fail to make the playoffs this year.
Things could look completely different for the Rangers organization this offseason.
