Rangers Acquire Kartye; Blues Send Joseph to AHL
The New York Rangers have made significant roster changes by acquiring forward Kyle Kartye from the Seattle Kraken. In a parallel move, the St. Louis Blues have sent forward Alex Joseph to the American Hockey League (AHL).
Rangers Acquire Kartye
Kyle Kartye, aged 23, is having a notable season. He has compiled three goals and eight points over 40 games played this season. During the previous season, he achieved 11 goals and 20 points in 77 games. Kartye joined the Kraken as an undrafted free agent in July 2025, showcasing the potential the Rangers hope to tap into.
Stats on Kartye
- Age: 23
- Goals (2023-24): 11 in 77 games
- Current Season Goals: 3 in 40 games
- Points (Current Season): 8
Joseph’s Transition to AHL
In a separate transaction, Alex Joseph, 27, has been reassigned to the AHL after a spell with the St. Louis Blues. He played 39 games this season and managed to score two goals, acquiring a total of 11 points. Joseph is also in the final year of his contract, which is valued at $2.95 million, before becoming a free agent.
Joseph’s Career Overview
- Age: 27
- Games Played (This Season): 39
- Goals (This Season): 2
- Points (This Season): 11
- Career Games (NHL): 459
- Total Goals (Career): 61
- Total Points (Career): 160
Joseph was a fourth-round draft pick in the 2015 NHL Draft, having played for teams like the Ottawa Senators and Tampa Bay Lightning. These moves reflect both teams’ objectives for the remainder of the season.
