New York Rangers Acquire Tyler Motte for a Draft Pick
In a flurry of moves shortly before the deadline, Drury struck again. This time pulling Tyler Motte from the Vancouver Canucks for a 2023 fourth round pick.
Tyler Motte is heading to the Big Apple. š #NHLTradeDeadline | @Bet99Sportsbook pic.twitter.com/ehgmndBfgX
ā Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) March 21, 2022
Motte, who has been described as a speedy tenacious winger, is sure to provide some great offensive depth to the team as they prepare for a playoff run. The speedy winger will help the team strengthen their forecheck and fortify their penalty kill.
Tyler Motte @nyrangers
ā Meghan Chayka (@MeghanChayka) March 21, 2022
Strengths:
ā¢ Often in the Right Position Defensively
ā¢ Willingness to Sacrifice and Block Shots
ā¢ Causes Turnovers on the Forecheck
ā¢ Dump and Chase Style of Play
ā¢ Effective on the Penalty Kill
