Mika Zibanejad's Wife Irma Reacts After Hubby Receives NY Rangers' Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award

Mika Zibanejad's wife Irma reacts after hubby receives NY Rangers' Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award

New York Rangers forward Mika Zibanejad’s wife, Irma Helin, reacted as her husband received the Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award on Tuesday.

Mika Zibanejad Wins 2026 Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award

Every year, the New York Rangers honor the legacy of late New York City Police Detective, Steven McDonald. Since the award's inaugural season in 1988, it is given to a player as voted on by the fans, that "goes above and beyond the call of duty." The meaning of this award has only amplified in the years that followed the passing of McDonald in 2017 as his legacy has become an important part of the New York Rangers community. Last season, Will Cu…

Mika Zibanejad of Rangers wins Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award for 3rd time

Mika Zibanejad is the 2025-26 recipient of the Steven McDonald Extra Effort Award, presented annually to the New York Rangers player who “goes above and beyond the call of duty.” The award is named after Steven McDonald, a New York City Police Detective, who was also a lifelong Rangers fan. McDonald was shot and injured in the line of duty July 12, 1986, was courageous and forgiving in his recovery, and always made an appearance at Madison Squar…