Episode
Kaapo Kakko’s Trade Saga
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- May 28, 2026
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- 120
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Summary
Kaapo Kakko’s once-hyped Rangers second-overall pick is now a trade candidate with the Kraken, just a year after being shipped to Seattle in hopes of unlocking his potential — but with no 20-goal season and two years left on his $4M deal, teams are wondering if he’s a reclamation project or a liability. The Rangers got defenseman Will Borgen, who’s since earned a five-year extension despite underwhelming play, leaving both sides questioning whether this trade was a win or a wasted move. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/def8e2eb436a430a