It was first reported by the New York Post. The pick originally belonged to the San Jose Sharks, which ensures it will land near the top of the round. The Rangers will also be retaining 50% of the $3.

Urho Vaakanainen is a Finnish professional ice hockey defenseman who plays for the New York Rangers in the NHL as of 2025. Born on January 1, 1999, in Joensuu, Finland, he was drafted 18th overall ...

Urho Vaakanainen is in his seventh NHL season, and the Rangers are his third team, but the 26-year-old defenseman never has reached the playoffs. So his involvement in the 4 Nations Face-Off for ...