This trade marks the second time in three years that the New York Rangers have traded a top-10 European pick for minimal return, reflecting poor asset management.
Kaapo Kakko's departure from New York, while expected, highlights the challenges he faced in securing playing time amidst rising talent like Berard and Perreault.
The concern lies not with trading Kakko but with the return; acquiring Will Borgen and late draft picks seems inadequate for a former top-10 talent.
Borgen, while big and fast, has not demonstrated the capability to positively impact games, raising questions about his fit in the Rangers' defensive strategy.
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