Concussions have become a mainstream topic in all sports, not just hockey. Just ask Mika Zibanejad, who missed his sixth game last night as he remains in the NHL’s concussion protocol.
Mika Zibanejad is close to returning to #NYR. But looking back, he realizes he probably shouldn't have played after suffering a concussion. https://t.co/S8X46ZGSJD
— Brett Cyrgalis (@BrettCyrgalis) December 12, 2017
Initially injured by a late hit from Detroit Red Wings forward Darren Helm, Zibanejad was tested after the game and cleared of any medical issues.