New York Rangers defenseman Jacob Trouba said Thursday “there’s no animosity” toward the organization following an offseason in which his name was prominently mentioned in trade rumors. “It’s part of the business of hockey,

Asked if his feelings were hurt seeing his name in trade rumors, the Rangers captain said, “Not even a little bit.”

Jacob Trouba said “there’s no animosity” toward the Rangers after an offseason when his name was mentioned in trade rumors.

Shesterkin has helped the Rangers reach the Eastern Conference Final twice, in 2022, when they lost in six games to the Tampa Bay Lightning, and last season, when they lost in six games to the Florida Panthers after winning the Presidents' Trophy with 55 wins and 114 points.

Igor Shesterkin took some time to address his contract talks with the Rangers following Friday's training camp session.

Igor Shesterkin addressed the media for the first time on Friday and one of the first questions he was asked was about his contract situation. It’s no secret that Shesterkin’s contract is up at the end of the season as he’s set to become an unrestricted free agent.