Patrick Kane traded to New York Rangers

(WIFR) - After 16 years in Chicago, Patrick Kane is no longer a Blackhawk as the three-time Stanley Cup champion is traded to the New York Rangers

The move for Kane comes as part of a three-team deal between the Rangers, Blackhawks, and Coyotes. Chicago’s Cooper Zech will also head to New York and the Coyotes will receive a conditional 2023 third-round pick.

In exchange for the two players, Chicago will receive a 2023 second-round pick and a 2025 fourth-round pick. The second-round pick could become a 2024 or 2025 first-round pick if the Rangers reach the Eastern Conference Finals. Alongside the two picks, Chicago also receives players Vili Saarijarvi and Andy Welinski with Welinski being sent to Rockford on loan.

The former top pick was in the final year of an eight-year contract that included a no-movement clause, which allowed Kane to go to a preferred destination.