According to Nick Kypreos of Sportsnet, the New York Rangers will not include Michael Del Zotto or Ryan McDonagh in any potential deal with the Columbus Blue Jackets for Rick Nash.

#SNtrade talk. Going into the weekend the #Rangers remain firm that moving Del Zotto or McDonagh to #Bluejackets for Nash is not an option.

— Nick Kypreos (@RealKyper) February 25, 2012

The 27-year-old Nash has been the subject of many trade rumors over the past few weeks. This season, he's played 61 games and accumulated 42 total points on 20 goals and 22 assists. However, his goal percentage has steadily declined since his career year in 2008-2009.

The Toronto Maple Leafs and San Jose Sharks have also recently been rumored to be in the Nash sweepstakes.

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