Rangers Trade Veterans, Boost Draft Stock

0:00With the NHL today, March 7th, the New York Rangers chose to keep forward Vincent Trocheck past the trade deadline, even though his value is sky high right now. Instead, they focused on rebuilding by shipping out Sam Carrick to the Buffalo Sabers for a third round pick and a sixth round pick. They also sent Prospect Brendan Hoffman to the Calgary Flames in exchange for 19-year-old Jacob Batalia. Carrick had been a steady veteran for the Rangers since signing a three-year deal worth $3 million before last season. The 34-year-old center shown on the penalty kill, one over half his face-offs, and brought grit with hits and block shots even if his. Often stayed modest this year. These moves boost the Rangers' draft stock big time. They now hold two first round picks, one second rounder, and four third round selections for the 20-26 NHL draft. That kind of haul raises their chances of landing solid NHL talent down the line. Hoffman, pick 16th overall in 2021, showed promise in juniors in the minors, but managed just one

1:06goal in 42 NHL games over. Three seasons. At 23, he's off to a fresh start in Calgary. In return, Batalia brings strong junior stats, including 40 goals last season and quick hands around the net. With these trades, the Rangers are shifting toward developing their young prospects like Batalia and future draftees. After years of bottom six roles for rookies, this rebuild sets them up to grow talent the right way. The Daily News Now is powered by our sponsor. Your pillow just got smarter. It plays your podcast and music,