The New York Rangers have traded Kaapo Kakko to the Seattle Kraken ahead of the NHL's holiday trade freeze. In return, the Rangers received third and sixth-round picks in the 2025 NHL Draft. This move comes as the Rangers struggle with a 3-11-0 record since late November, prompting GM Chris Drury to seek changes.
Kakko's departure marks the end of a tumultuous relationship with the Rangers, as he had recently been a healthy scratch. The Kraken, on the other hand, gain a young winger who has shown potential this season.
As trade activity heats up, other teams like the Buffalo Sabres and Vancouver Canucks are also expected to make moves to improve their rosters before the freeze.
