Mika Zibanejad: Out on Thursday

Zibanejad (head) is out for Thursday night's contest against the Blackhawks, Don Brennan of the Ottawa Sun reports.

Analysis:

Zibanejad is evidently still feeling the effects of a hit to the head Tuesday, and the Sens reportedly will put seven defensemen in the lineup against the Blackhawks on Thursday night. Zibanejad's next chance to lace up for a game will be Saturday in a home tilt against the Islanders.