Rangers Restructure Roster as Trade Deadline Approaches
The team trades Lindgren and Vesey to Colorado, acquiring Parssinen and de Haan in a bid to stay competitive in the playoff race.
- The New York Rangers traded Ryan Lindgren and Jimmy Vesey to the Colorado Avalanche, receiving Juuso Parssinen, Calvin de Haan, and draft picks in return.
- Juuso Parssinen, a 24-year-old forward, has been traded twice this season and expressed enthusiasm about joining the Rangers, calling them a 'legendary organization.'
- Calvin de Haan, a veteran defenseman with 676 career games, aims to bring steady defense and playoff experience to the team.
- The Rangers are navigating significant roster changes this season, including earlier trades involving Jacob Trouba, Kaapo Kakko, and Filip Chytil.
- Currently four points out of a playoff spot, the Rangers are retooling their lineup to remain competitive in the Eastern Conference playoff race.