The New York Rangers have acquired goaltender Joonas Korpisalo from the Boston Bruins, the teams announced on July 1, 2026.
In return, Boston receives forward Kalle Vaisanen and a fourth-round draft pick in 2028.
Salary Cap Implications
The trade allows the Bruins to clear Korpisalo's $4 million average annual value from their salary cap.
This move provides Boston with additional financial flexibility for future roster moves.
Korpisalo is entering the fourth season of a five-year, $20 million contract.
Goaltending Depth for Rangers
New York sought goaltending depth following the retirement of veteran backup Jonathan Quick.
During the 2025-26 season, Korpisalo appeared in 31 games for the Bruins, posting a 14-9-6 record with a 3.15 goals-against average and an .
894 save percentage.
Player Profiles
Vaisanen, 23, was drafted 106th overall by the Rangers in 2021.
He recorded three goals and one assist in 51 games with the AHL's Hartford Wolf Pack last season.
