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Rangers Keep Vincent Trocheck Past Deadline, Targeting Bigger Summer Return

The club expects his remaining term to command more once the cap rises, given a thin free-agent class.

Mar 16, 2026; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers center Vincent Trocheck (16) celebrates his power play goal against the Los Angeles Kings with teammates during the third period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Vincent Trocheck was not moved at the March 6 deadline after interested teams declined to meet New York's asking price.
  • Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman reported the Rangers held the center with an eye on a summer market where contract term is expected to be at a premium.
  • Projected cap growth and a smaller pool of quality unrestricted free agents are cited as factors that could lift his trade value.
  • Multiple teams showed interest before the deadline, including the Minnesota Wild, but talks are expected to be revisited in the offseason.
  • Trocheck carries three seasons at a $5.625 million cap hit and has produced 47 points in 53 games this season, reinforcing his appeal as a two-way center.