New York Rangers forward Vincent Trocheck is open to a trade before the March 6 deadline but has specified he will not waive his no-trade clause for West Coast teams. The 32-year-old center prioritizes joining a Stanley Cup contender while staying near his East Coast family. Rangers general manager Chris Drury has been transparent about potential moves amid the team's retooling efforts.
Vincent Trocheck, a 32-year-old center for the New York Rangers, discussed his potential trade status in an interview in Greenburgh, N.Y., ahead of the 2026 NHL Trade Deadline on Friday at 3 p.m. ET. With three years remaining on his seven-year, $39.375 million contract signed July 13, 2022, Trocheck has recorded 38 points (12 goals, 26 assists) in 45 games this season. He recently won gold with Team USA at the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026.
Trocheck holds a 12-team no-trade list that includes West Coast teams, emphasizing family proximity. "Family is important to me. My family's on the East Coast," he said. He has discussed the possibility with his wife and children, including 7-year-old son Leo and 5-year-old daughter Lennon, focusing on managing their emotions. "They hear a lot of stuff at school, so it's just kind of managing their emotions about everything and trying to get them prepared," Trocheck explained.
The Rangers' retooling began with a January 16 letter from general manager Chris Drury announcing roster youthening. Recent trades include forward Artemi Panarin to the Los Angeles Kings on February 4 and defenseman Carson Soucy to the New York Islanders on January 26. Trocheck seeks a contender: "If I'm going to get traded I would like to go to a team that's winning or has a chance to win."
Rumors link him to the Minnesota Wild, who reportedly have a standing offer, as well as the Carolina Hurricanes, Pittsburgh Penguins, Detroit Red Wings, and Colorado Avalanche, though he prefers the Eastern Conference. He is expected to play against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Monday. Rangers coach praised his impact, noting his Olympic and team contributions.
