Where Lindgren fits on the depth chart, and how he performs in what will likely be a different role than in New York, could be a case study for future player evaluation. Lindgren has spent most of his 5-on-5 ice time next to Adam Fox on New York’s top pairing, over the past several seasons.

The Rangers are four points out of a playoff spot and did not want to let pending unrestricted free agents walk for nothing.

Ryan Lindgren has been traded from the New York Rangers to the Colorado Avalanche. Lindgren, known for his steady defense, will now join stars like Na