Sat Jan 25 23:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Rangers Ink Defenseman Borgen to Five-Year Extension

**NEW YORK, NY** – The New York Rangers announced today a five-year contract extension for defenseman Will Borgen. The 28-year-old, acquired from the Seattle Kraken in December, has quickly become a key contributor to the Rangers’ defensive corps.

Since joining the team, Borgen has consistently ranked among the Rangers’ leaders in hits and blocked shots, showcasing his physicality and defensive prowess. In just 17 games with New York, he’s registered three points (one goal, two assists) while contributing significantly to the team’s overall success, boasting a 9-5-3 record in games he’s played. His overall impact this season, including his time with Seattle, shows 5 points in 50 games and an impressive 78 hits.

Borgen’s career, spanning the Rangers, Kraken, and Buffalo Sabres, has seen him amass 58 points (10 goals, 48 assists) in 264 games. His physical play is undeniable, ranking 13th among NHL defensemen in hits since the start of the 2022-23 season with 476. The Rangers clearly value his contributions, securing his services for the next five seasons. Originally a fourth-round draft pick of the Buffalo Sabres in 2015, Borgen has established himself as a valuable asset.

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