DALLAS, Texas — The Rangers’ retool has officially begun.&nbsp;

Kaapo Kakko was traded to the Kraken on Wednesday in exchange for defenseman Will Borgen, a third-round pick and a sixth-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, marking the end of the 23-year-old Finn’s six-year tenure in New York.&nbsp;

The move helps the Blueshirts replenish some of their draft stock as well as acquire some more depth on the back end.&nbsp;

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<figcaption>Kaapo Kakko was traded to the Kraken on Wednesday. <span class="credit">Jason Szenes for New York Post</span></figcaption>

Most importantly, however, Drury <a href="https://nypost.com/2024/12/17/sports/kaapo-kakko-isnt-hiding-his-growing-rangers-discontent-after-lineup-scratch/">ensured that another disgruntled player</a> didn’t sit in the locker room for too long.

The Rangers’ retool has officially begun. {ai:summary}<p>The Rangers have traded Kaapo Kakko to the Kraken for defenseman Will Borgen, a third-round pick, and a sixth-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft. This move aims to bolster the team's defense and replenish their draft stock while addressing player discontent. </p><p>#sports</p>

Kaapo Kakko traded to Kraken to close out fraught end to Rangers tenure

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