Kaapo Kakko, Kraken and Rangers

Kraken fans erupt after Kaapo Kakko's first goal since trade from Rangers
Kraken forward Kaapo Kakko scored in his first game with the team, sending NY Rangers and Seattle fans into a social media frenzy.
Kaapo Kakko traded to Kraken to close out fraught end to Rangers tenure
Kaapo Kakko was traded to the Kraken on Wednesday in exchange for defenseman Will Borgen, a third-round pick and a sixth-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, marking the end of the 23-year-old Finn’s six-year tenure in New York.
Kaapo Kakko looking forward to fresh start with Seattle Kraken
Kaapo Kakko wants to focus on his opportunity with the Seattle Kraken. That rough finish with the New York Rangers is over.
Kakko hoping for ‘fresh start’ with Kraken after trade from Rangers
Kaapo Kakko is hoping for “a fresh start” with the Seattle Kraken after five-plus inconsistent and, at times, tumultuous seasons with the New York Rangers. The Kraken acquired Kakko, the 23-year-old forward in his sixth NHL season, from the Rangers on Wednesday for defenseman Will Borgen, and a third- and sixth-round pick in the 2025 NHL Draft.
Kaapo Kakko Scores First Goal With Kraken
Kaapo Kakko scored his first goal as a member of the Seattle Kraken on Sunday. Kaapo Kakko has his first goal with the @SeattleKraken ‼️ 📺: @Sportsnet or stream on Sportsnet+ ➡️ https://t.co/4KjbdjVctF pic.twitter.com/Y5mcFIUds1
Rangers have nothing but positives to say about Kaapo Kakko after trade
It was a moment of lightness after some dark days. The Rangers have lost 11 of their last 14 games and two weeks ago traded captain Jacob Trouba before shipping a disgruntled Kakko to Seattle on Wednesday for defenseman Will Borgen and two 2025 draft picks.
Rangers trade Kaapo Kakko to Kraken for Will Borgen, 2 draft picks
The 23-year-old played six seasons with the Rangers and had found early success on the third line this season.
Rangers’ Kakko & Buchnevich Trades Have Big Similarities
On Dec. 18, the New York Rangers traded right winger Kaapo Kakko to the Seattle Kraken in exchange for defenseman Will Borgen, a third-round pick, and a sixth-round pick.
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Rangers regroup: Kaapo Kakko says goodbye and Vincent Trocheck delivers message
FARMERS BRANCH, Texas ‒ One of the things Rangers’ teammates enjoyed the most about Kaapo Kakko was his unassuming nature.
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Kaapo Kakko's frustration boils over after Rangers make him a healthy scratch
NASHVILLE - Kaapo Kakko didn't hold back following Tuesday's morning skate at Bridgestone Arena. The 23-year-old believes ...
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Net-Front Gain: Schwartz, Kakko Meet at Crease
Veteran leader and newly acquired big-bodied winger share the mutual mission of crashing the net, ‘going to the hard areas’ ...
Jack Hughes Has ‘No Thoughts’ On Devils' Kaapo Kakko Trolling
Jack Hughes laughed when he was asked about the moment the Devils trolled Rangers' fans about not selecting him in the 2019 ...
Fantasy hockey waiver picks: Kaapo Kakko's prime opportunity in Seattle
A number of promising pickups are on waiver wires in fantasy hockey leagues. Here are players to add this week.
Players Emotional Over Kaapo Kakko Departure
It may have been time for the New York Rangers and Kaapo Kakko to part ways, but that doesn't mean players were not upset to ...
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Kakko Arrives, Skates, Slots in Thursday Lineup
While it comes with “losing long-time Kraken and great pro Will Borgen,” Kraken coach Dan Bylsma welcomes his new big-bodied, ...
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Kaapo Kakko sets the record straight regarding comments he made that led to his trade to Seattle
Rumors began flying that Kaapo Kakko was traded due to some comments he made about Rangers coach Peter Laviolette, and now he ...