How hurtful it is to come back to your beloved sport after weeks and getting out of the game with a severe injury. Nothing hurts more than that. The New York Rangers’ Zachary Jones also went through the same situation when he got hit in the face with a puck during the Rangers’ recent game. The defenseman has sought a trade from the franchise. But before we cover Zac Jones’s trade talks, let’s explore the cause for a trip to his dentist.
On March 2, the Nashville Predators went head-to-head against the New York Rangers when Zac Jones was hit with a puck in the mouth. It caused him to lose four teeth. While providing an update about Zac, NHL reporter Jonny Lazarus said, “Zac Jones’s face is covered in bruises and some missing teeth.”
The reporter also shared Jones’s take on the injury. Zac Jones has said, “I’m just a magnet right now.” In the middle of the Nashville Predators game, he skated to the sideline and checked if the teeth were missing. Ice hockey remains a dangerous sport. When that puck hits you at 100mph, you sure wish you didn’t play the game. Yet, the passion takes you forward.
Zac Jones’ face is covered in bruises and some missing teeth:
“I’m just a magnet right now. I lost these four [teeth] a while ago. I was eating a sandwich not too long ago and it just fell out. I got a flipper coming — I’ll have a full set of teeth here soon.” https://t.co/5U7CSQVsRI
— Jonny Lazarus (@JLazzy23) March 3, 2025
The defenseman further continued, “I lost these four [teeth] a while ago. I was eating a sandwich not too long ago, and it just fell out. I got a flipper coming — I’ll have a full set of teeth here soon.” Jones jokingly has said that the missing tooth made him look “a little tough.” Well, it’s something common for NHL players to lose their teeth.
Zac has played only 30 games, that is only 50% this season, out of the total 60. Why? The actual reason for the injury hasn’t been revealed, but he was out of the season most of the time because of that.
But you know, as he was moving towards the end of this week, he was excited to be a part of the Rangers till March 7. Why? He has sought the trade deal from the franchise. Wanna know more about Zac Jones’ trade rumors? Let’s dive in!
Zac Jones sought a trade request from the organisation
This was probably Zac Jones’s last week with the Rangers’ teammates. An insider revealed the Rangers have permitted Zac Jones to seek a trade from any team he wants. The insider’s message was, “Jones has sat for six straight games as a healthy scratch. And the Rangers have given him permission to speak with other teams to seek a trade.”
The New York Rangers drafted the University of Massachusetts alumnus in 2019, securing him a spot on the team. Since then, he has been with the team. From the 2020 season to 2022, he signed a $2,775,000 deal with the organization. After that, he penned a contract extension of two years for only $1,625,000, which will end after the season.
The former United States Hockey League’s standout defenseman has already earned a name in the league, which will back him for the future.
But his trade talks are really hurtful, as the fans can’t see him till March 7 as he has suffered an injury. And do you know the top rumored landing spots that look to get his name in the roster?
First up, the Utah Hockey club can make a deal with Zac. The team traded Olli Maatta with the Detroit Red Wings in a stunning deal. Thus, getting him could shore up the defense. Next can be the Seattle Kraken. They have two left-shot defensemen on the exit path, and Jones can make a difference.
And according to ‘hockey writers,’ the Edmonton Oilers, the Calgary Flames, and the Ottawa Senators are the three top trade spots for Zac, with the Seattle Kraken as the fourth one. It’s a busy time for Zac Jones, who looks to find his destination.
The defenseman has missed many games this season. But his seven assists and one crucial goal this season haven’t really overshadowed Zac Jones’ standout performance over the years. Hopefully, he will get well soon, and it would be exciting to watch which NHL team he would find his feet with.
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