New York Rangers Forward Demands a Trade

The New York Rangers are turning the corner as a franchise and expectations are as high as ever. With a new coach and some new talent on the roster you can expect the Rangers to make some noise this season. Sounds like they will be doing it without forward Vitali Kravtsov as the team has given him permission to seek a trade.

Hearing NYR have given Vitali Kravtsov permission to contact other clubs in seek of a trade. Kravtsov did not make the Opening Day roster.

— Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) October 12, 2021

The 21-year-old was the eighth overall selection at the 2018 NHL draft and has yet to make his mark in the league. Kravtsov appeared in 20 games last season, only managing four points, hardly getting any ice-time. He wants a bigger role and feels he's ready for one, but it's obvious by him not making the opening night roster, the Rangers management team led by Chris Drury don't feel the same.

Look for teams like the Detroit Red Wings, Buffalo Sabres, Arizona Coyotes and Anaheim Ducks to all be in touch with the Rangers as they have young rosters looking for young forwards with high ceilings.