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It’s a bitter pill to swallow, isn’t it? Just shy of a year since their names echoed with pride in the hockey world, Adam Fox and Mika Zibanejad find themselves tossed aside like yesterday’s trash. When the twelve nations gearing up for the 2026 Olympics unveiled their rosters, the absence of these two star players was glaring.
I mean, what the hell happened? Did they suddenly forget how to skate? Or are the decision-makers just playing a cruel joke on the fans?
The 2024-25 season: a disaster for the Rangers
Let’s talk about the 2024-25 season, which has been nothing short of a nightmare for the Rangers.
With zero representation among the 72 players slated for the Olympics, it’s like the team is being punished for something they didn’t even do. The Blueshirts are sitting in a corner, sulking, while the Islanders, Wild, Mammoth, and Sharks join in the shame.
Can you imagine? A franchise with such a rich history reduced to a laughingstock. It’s enough to make any fan want to throw their jersey out the window.
What does this say about the selection process?
Seriously, what kind of twisted logic is at play here? These players have proven themselves time and again, yet here we are, left scratching our heads.
Is it a case of politics over talent? Because if that’s the game being played, then the sport is in dire straits. It’s not just about assembling a team of the best players; it’s about loyalty, dedication, and, dare I say it, a little bit of love for the game.
Fans reactions: fury or apathy?
The fans are in uproar, and rightly so. They’ve invested their emotions, their time, their money—only to watch their heroes get tossed aside like last week’s leftovers. Is this what we’ve come to? A cold, calculating selection process that disregards the heart and soul of the game? If I were a player, I’d be questioning everything.
And let’s be honest, how many of you would still care? The passion is draining, and it’s not just the players who are feeling the heat.
Final thoughts: a dark future for hockey?
As we sit here contemplating the future of Olympic hockey, one thing is painfully clear: the landscape is shifting, and not for the better. With the current state of affairs, it’s hard to be optimistic. So, what’s next? Will we continue to see these despicable snubs, or will someone finally step up and restore some integrity to the sport? Who knows? But one thing is certain: the fans deserve better, and so do the players.
