Chris Kreider is no longer a New York Ranger. After 13 seasons, multiple deep playoff runs, and a legacy defined by flashes of greatness and enduring frustration, Kreider has agreed to waive his no-trade clause to join the Anaheim Ducks.In this special episode of Liberty Blue, Nick Zararis reflects on Kreider’s debut in 2012, his role across multiple core eras, his emotional highs and lows, and what his exit tells us about Chris Drury, the Rangers’ direction, and the line between memory and meaning in modern sports.0:00 Intro: Chris Kreider trade to Anaheim Ducks5:07 Kreider's impact on Rangers' playoff runs10:12 Contextualizing Kreider's career without championships15:18 Kreider's unique career trajectory and peak20:22 Kreider's playoff performance and franchise records30:33 Potential trade returns and roster moves35:37 Future of Rangers' defense and cap space40:44 How Rangers can improve next season45:51 Prospects and future roster construction50:55 Comparing next two seasons and wrap-upBe sure to subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3AgDKKgSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3Ex5ZGW Google Play: https://bit.ly/3Ebnyv1#NHL #NewYorkRangers #Hockey #IceHockey

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