Jesper Fast was a great member of the New York Rangers. He was a modern day Jan Erixon for all intents and purposes. The 29 year-old was always hard on the puck, reliable defensively, and could score the occasional goal. He was a coach’s dream, a player’s player, and a fan favorite.
That’s why so many fans are finding it hard to accept he’s gone. However, when you step back and detach the emotional aspect, the Rangers made the right move.
This was not about money, but opportunity for younger Rangers players
The sight of Kaapo Kakko fixed on a line with Artemi Panarin and Ryan Strome is all the evidence you need to understand why it was the right move.