Mika Zibanejad
Rangers defeat Panthers 5-1 in first Florida Winter Classic
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The New York Rangers secured a 5-1 victory over the Florida Panthers in the 2026 NHL Winter Classic at loanDepot Park in Miami on January 2, marking the first outdoor NHL game in the Sunshine State. Mika Zibanejad led the way with a hat trick and five points, setting records for the event. The game drew a sellout crowd of 36,153 under unseasonably warm conditions.
The inaugural 2026 Discover NHL Winter Classic at loanDepot park transformed the Miami Marlins' stadium into a beach-themed rink, drawing a sellout crowd of 36,153 to witness the New York Rangers' 5-1 rout of the Florida Panthers. Unique festivities highlighted hockey's growth in South Florida amid the historic outdoor debut.
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New York Rangers forward Mika Zibanejad will sit out Monday's game against the Anaheim Ducks after missing a team meeting. Coach Mike Sullivan confirmed the disciplinary action, noting logistical challenges but emphasizing the importance of team rules. Zibanejad has been a key contributor with 25 points in 33 games this season.