Following extensive speculation, indications suggest the Anaheim Ducks are preparing to trade Trevor Zegras, with his preferred destination now revealed.
The future looks promising for the Anaheim Ducks, with a young core anchored by Mason MacTavish, Cutter Gauthier, Leo Carlsson, and their top pick in the 2024 NHL Draft. This could potentially leave Trevor Zegras as the odd man out. Since GM Pat Verbeek traded his friend Jamie Drysdale, the signs have been clear, (link
Now, we're gaining deeper insight into the Zegras situation, as Peter Baugh of The Athletic unveils Zegras' desired trade destination:
"What we can say is that Zegras, who trains in the offseason at Prentiss Hockey Performance alongside Chris Kreider, has had the Rangers as his ideal destination for a long time. Ducks GM Pat Verbeek has had some decent interest from at least one team � believed to be the Flyers � but is asking for a very expensive return for Zegras, who had an injury-plagued 2023-24 and finished with 15 points in 31 games." Baugh said.
Baugh reports that Zegras, who trains with star forward Chris Kreider during the summer, would prefer to join him as a teammate. Given the Rangers' center needs, this aligns well. While Baugh doesn't speculate on New York acquiring Zegras, the league-wide interest suggests it's a looming possibility�a potential major move for both teams.