New York Rangers GM Chris Drury issues a heartfelt statement following the Chris Kreider trade
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New York Rangers General Manager Chris Drury issues a heartfelt statement after the Chris Kreider trade to the Anaheim Ducks was officially announced.
Earlier on Thursday morning reports surfaced that confirmed Chris Kreider decided to waive his 15-team no-trade list and agreed to terms on being traded to the Anaheim Ducks, truly marking an end of an era for all Rangers fans.
"Kreider has signed off on the trade to Anaheim, Post has learned"
As stated many times before, Kreider originally had a partial no-trade clause, a modified 15-team no-trade list, and one of those teams were the Anaheim Ducks. However, the 34-year old has agreed to terms and signed off on the trade and will now join several former New York Rangers teammates such as Jacob Trouba, Ryan Strome, and Frank Vatrano.
Full Details on the Chris Kreider trade to the Anaheim Ducks
The New York Rangers will move up 15 spots in the 2025 NHL Draft as the Rangers will receive Carey Terrance and the Maple Leafs 2025 3rd round pick (89th overall), while the Ducks will get Chris Kreider and their original 2025 4th round pick that they gave up when they landed Jacob Trouba. Along with this the New York Rangers will not retain any of Kreider's cap.
#NYR have acquired forward Carey Terrance and a 2025 third-round pick from Anaheim in exchange for Chris Kreider and a 2025 fourth-round pick.
Chris Drury issues heartfelt statement towards Chris Kreider
Following the announcement of the trade, GM Chris Drury issued a heartfelt statement thanking Kreider for all his hard work and dedication to the organization over the last 13 seasons. Here's what Drury had to say:
"We want to thank Chris Kreider for all of his contributions to the Rangers organization over his stellar career.
Chris has been an integral part of some of the most iconic moments in Rangers history, including setting multiple franchise records and helping the team advance to the 2014 Stanley Cup Final.
His leadership on the ice and tireless efforts in the community - which he was recognized for as the inaugural recipient of the Rod Gilbert "Mr. Ranger" Award - only add to his distinguished Rangers legacy. Chris will always be a Ranger and we wish him and his family all the best."
Chris has been an integral part of some of the most iconic moments in Rangers history, including setting multiple franchise records and helping the team advance to the 2014 Stanley Cup Final.
His leadership on the ice and tireless efforts in the community - which he was recognized for as the inaugural recipient of the Rod Gilbert "Mr. Ranger" Award - only add to his distinguished Rangers legacy. Chris will always be a Ranger and we wish him and his family all the best."
On behalf of all New York Rangers fans, thank you for everything you've done Chris Kreider and we wish you nothing but the best on your new journey.
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