The New York Rangers are facing a tough decision regarding their team captain, Jacob Trouba. Despite a disappointing playoff performance, the Rangers are considering trading Trouba, who has two years and $16 million left on his contract. However, there is a major obstacle in the way of any potential trade talks.
When Trouba signed with the Rangers in 2019, he was given a full no-movement clause as part of his contract. This clause was included so that Trouba could remain in New York City while his wife, Dr. Kelly Tyson-Trouba, completed her three-year medical residency at a local hospital. Originally scheduled to finish this year, the residency was deferred, and will now be completed in July of next year.
Although Trouba’s no-movement clause has expired, he still has the ability to veto trades to 15 teams. Despite this, several teams interested in acquiring Trouba may be willing to wait another year due to his personal circumstances. It has been reported that even if there are 16 teams that Trouba cannot decline a trade to, he may not be willing to leave his wife and newborn son behind.
While Trouba’s future with the Rangers remains uncertain, it is possible that he may choose to stay in New York City, especially considering the positive impact he has had on the team. The Rangers, who were eliminated by the Florida Panthers in the Eastern Conference Final, may be hesitant to trade Trouba if it means losing a valuable leader in the locker room.
As the Rangers navigate the potential trade talks involving Trouba, fans will have to wait and see what the future holds for the team captain. Despite the speculation surrounding his future, Trouba’s dedication to his family and his team will undoubtedly play a significant role in any decisions moving forward.