Since being traded to Seattle, Kaapo Kakko has tallied 15 points in 19 games. The success he's since with his new team has rightfully lead many Blueshirt fans t

Kaapo Kakko ’s role has dramatically increased since the New York Rangers traded him to the Seattle Kraken. After serving a third-line role in New York while even getting scratched on a few occasions, Kakko is suddenly playing on the Kraken’s first line alongside Matty Beniers and Jaden Schwartz.

The 2nd overall pick in 2019 Kaapo Kakko, who was recently traded to the Seattle Kraken, took a shot at his former team, the New York Rangers, in a recent interview.

Seattle Kraken winger Kaapo Kakko and New York Rangers defenseman Will Borgen are adjusting incredibly well to their new teams, one even inked a long-term deal. Let's get into the details.

The right side of the Rangers defense corps seems set for the foreseeable future. Adam Fox, their top defenseman, is signed through 2027-28; Borgen has his deal through 2029-30; and Braden Schneider is under contract for another season and then becomes a restricted free agent — the 23-year-old is not going anywhere.

Kakko notched an assist and two blocked shots in Tuesday's 6-4 loss to the Ducks. Kakko has gone seven games without a goal, but he has six assists in that span. He continues to look like a natural fit on the Kraken's top line with Matty Beniers and Jaden Schwartz.

The defenseman, who was traded to the Rangers in December for Kaapo Kakko, signed a five-year, $20.5 million contract extension on Saturday.

The New York Rangers were the center of attention not long ago while riding one of the coldest streaks in the NHL. During that poor run, the Rangers traded Kaap

The New York Rangers have signed defenseman Will Borgen to a five-year extension with an average annual value of $4.1 million against the cap. Borgen arrived in

Instant chemistry between Kaapo Kakko and Matty Beniers has generated some cautious optimism for the Kraken, with both enjoying productive stretches.

According to a report from National Hockey League insider Elliotte Friedman, the Rangers are on the verge of signing recently acquired defenseman Will Borgen to a brand new contract. According to Friedman, Borgen's new deal will be a 5 year deal that carries an average annual value and salary cap hit of $4.1 million per season.

The New York Rangers on Saturday night agreed to terms with veteran defenseman Will Borgen on a five-year contract extension, the club announced, and the new deal will carry a $4.1 million average annual value,