Massive trade brewing between the Jets and the Rangers

Both teams are aiming for a deep playoff run, and it seems a deal could help each bolster their roster for a shot at the Stanley Cup.

The rumor swirling around? The Rangers might be eyeing Winnipeg forward Nikolaj Ehlers and the Manitoba boys want a youngster in return.

Ehlers has been a potential trade target since last July when contract extension talks with the Jets stalled as he enters the final year of his current deal.

Last season, he racked up 25 goals and 61 points in 82 games. However, he's not cheap and is signed for $6 million AAV this season and has a 10-team no-trade clause.

The Rangers would only be in the running if they're not on that list. Yet why would they when they're reigning Presidents Trophy winners and Cup Contenders.

Meanwhile, the Rangers have Kappo Kakko, the 2019 2nd overall pick who's yet to meet expectations. At just 23, the Finnish winger still has potential, but after only managing 19 points in 61 games last season, the question is whether he's part of the team's long-term future.

The Rangers did re-sign him for a one-year extension, but with his inconsistency, many wonder if he could be packaged in a deal for Ehlers at the deadline in March.

Kakko wouldn't be the lone piece Winnipeg wants back, but he would headline the blockbuster agreement between New York GM Chris Drury and Jets boss Kevin Cheveldayoff. Can Ehlers be the missing piece the Rangers need to reach the top of the mountain? Time will tell.

Source: NY Rangers Insider
Major trade developing between the Rangers and Jets: Involving Kaapo Kakko?