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.
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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.
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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.
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He recorded three goals and one assist in 51 games with the AHL's Hartford Wolf Pack last season.
