The New York Rangers have traded forward Reilly Smith back to the Vegas Golden Knights right before the NHL trade deadline, acquiring Brendan Brisson and a 2025 third-round draft pick in the process. This move comes as Smith, a pending unrestricted free agent, was sidelined due to trade rumors, reflecting the Rangers' difficult position as they risk missing the playoffs for the first time since 2021. The Rangers will cover 50% of Smith’s contract, making the trade financially strategic as they navigate this pivotal season.
The New York Rangers traded forward Reilly Smith to the Vegas Golden Knights ahead of the NHL trade deadline, receiving Brendan Brisson and a draft pick in return.
Smith, a pending unrestricted free agent, was held out of the lineup amid trade speculation, as the Rangers face potential playoffs absence for the first time since 2021.
Rangers will retain 50% of Smith's contract, which leaves them responsible for $1.875 million as he returns to the Golden Knights, with whom he won a Stanley Cup.
Brendan Brisson, heading to New York, was drafted by the Golden Knights in 2020 and will likely join the Rangers' AHL affiliate, Hartford Wolf Pack.
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