The New York Rangers have traded Kaapo Kakko to the Seattle Kraken in exchange for defenseman Will Borgen and two draft picks in the 2025 NHL Draft. This move follows Kakko's recent comments about being a healthy scratch, highlighting his struggles for consistency since being drafted second overall in 2019.

Analysts suggest that while the Rangers needed a defenseman after trading Jacob Trouba, the real potential for success in this trade lies with the Kraken, who are optimistic about revitalizing Kakko's career.