Matt Rempe Reflects on Adam Edström’s Trade to Nashville Predators

Over the years, Matt Rempe and Adam Edström forged a strong bond while playing for the New York Rangers and the Hartford Wolf Pack. For much of the past two seasons, the duo has shared the ice as fourth-liners, creating not just chemistry on the rink but a genuine friendship off of it.

This offseason, however, the Rangers dealt Edström to the Nashville Predators in exchange for Massimo Rizzo and a fifth-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. The trade marked a significant change for Rempe, who reflected on the emotional impact of losing his close friend during last week’s Shoulder Check Showcase.

“Obviously, he’s my brother. I was over in Sweden with him for a week,” Rempe shared. “Always sad to see him go because we’ve kind of grown up together and stuff, but it’s a business and things happen.” His sentiments were clear; the bond they built made Edström’s departure feel personal.

Despite the bittersweet nature of the trade, Rempe remains optimistic about Edström’s future. “I know he’s gonna kill it in Nashville, and I’m gonna miss him lots. I know he’ll do great. He’ll do great,” he said, showcasing his unwavering support for his friend.

As for Rempe, he is focused on his own journey, with one year left on his two-year, $1.95 million contract with the Rangers. He is gearing up for training camp, where he will compete for a coveted opening-night roster spot.

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.