Rangers Trade Brannstrom for Sabres' Aube-Kubel

In the NHL, the New York Rangers acquired forward Nicolas Aube-Kubel from the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for defenseman Erik Brannstrom. Aube-Kubel, known for his physical play and past Stanley Cup win with the Colorado Avalanche, has played 301 NHL games, scoring 32 goals and 48 assists. Brannstrom, who was recently traded from the Vancouver Canucks to the Rangers before moving to the Sabres, has played 294 NHL games and was originally drafted by the Vegas Golden Knights. Both players aim to secure NHL contracts for the next season, with the Rangers looking to enhance their forward options and the Sabres aiming to strengthen their defense. This trade occurs just before the trade deadline, allowing both teams to bolster their playoff preparations.