The New York Rangers are reportedly working on a trade scenario that would send defenseman Will Borgen to the Boston Bruins, according to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet. The move is being characterized as part of an ongoing "defensive makeover" for the Rangers.
Borgen is currently a member of the Seattle Kraken, indicating that the Rangers are likely facilitating a multi-team deal or acquiring the player with the specific intent to flip him to Boston. The trade would send the blueliner to a conference rival, as the Bruins and Rangers both compete in the Eastern Conference within the Atlantic and Metropolitan divisions, respectively.
According to @FriedgeHNIC, the Rangers are actively engaged in the process to move Borgen to the Bruins as they continue to reshape their defensive outlook. It remains unclear what assets the Rangers or Kraken will receive in the transaction. The Bruins have been seeking to add depth to their back end, and Borgen would provide a reliable presence to their defensive corps.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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