Marian Gaborik was traded to Columbus for Derick Brassard, Derek Dorsett, John Moore and a sixth round pick. Copyright Getty Images

In a stunning move, the Rangers have traded Marian Gaborik to the Blue Jackets. You heard it right. The same team they packaged Artem Anisimov, Brandon Dubinsky and Tim Erixon for Rick Nash. In a world that doesn’t make sense, I guess it shouldn’t come as a shock. Nothing should.

Gaborik agreed to waive his no-trade to a team that has as many points as us. Columbus has performed much better than anyone expected. They’re currently 11th in the West with 37 points. A point out of eighth. Our team sits ninth with 37 points, trailing the Devils and Islanders by two entering tonight’s game against the Pens.

So, what did the Rangers get for Gabby? They acquired center Derick Brassard, forward Derek Dorsett and defenseman John Moore along with a sixth round pick. At first glance, it looks like they didn’t get enough. You don’t replace Gaborik’s goal scoring. Even in a down year, his nine goals rank fourth on our offensively challenged roster. Despite his under performance, he still was a threat.

In four years, Gabby finished with 114 goals and 115 assists totaling 229 points over 255 games. Playing hurt last postseason, he posted five goals and six helpers for 11 points in 20 games. That included a dramatic triple overtime winner to beat the Caps in Game Three. Something for Garden Faithful to remember him by. He recorded two 40+ goal seasons netting 42 in his first on Broadway (’09-10) and 41 in ’11-12. The only year where he played all 82. In 35 games this season, he has nine goals and 10 assists for 19 points.

With Gaborik gone, Glen Sather has dramatically overturned the roster. First, he added Ryane Clowe to improve our physicality. Now, he unloads Gaborik who’s still owed $7.5 million for next year. While he’ll be looked upon for offense in Columbus, the Rangers are banking on the changes to alter their fate. Right now, they’re fighting just to make the playoffs. They’ve added two former first round picks in Brassard and Moore.

Brassard is a versatile forward who can play center or wing. He’s put up over 40 points twice. This year, he has seven goals and 11 assists for 18 points. One less point than Gaborik. He can play on the third line and has seven power play points (1 PPG). So, he should see time on the power play. He’s 25 and signed through next year. His cap hit is $3.2 million.

Moore was taken by the Blue Jackets in ’09 21st overall. Oddly enough, the Rangers took Chris Kreider 19th and Calgary drafted Tim Erixon 23rd. That same draft, our team selected Roman Horak in the fifth round. He was sent to the Flames as part of the Erixon deal. Erixon of course was included for Nash. In 17 games this season, Moore has an assist and is minus-five with 18 hits and 14 blocked shots. He’s 22 and in the second year of an entry level deal. Moore makes $810,000 and turns restricted this summer.

Dorsett is a fan’s dream. Tough as nails, the 26-year old from Saskatchewan is exactly the type of player we need. In ’11-12, he posted career bests in goals (12), points (20), games played (77), penalty minutes (235), shots on goal (137), power play goals (2) and shorthanded goals (1). He also recorded 199 hits and blocked 40 shots. He’s one of the toughest players in the league. Unfortunately, he’s currently out with a fractured clavicle and could miss the remainder of the season. In 24 games with Columbus, he has three goals and six assists for nine points with 53 PIM and 55 hits. Columbus thought so much of Dorsett that he’s signed through 2014-15 at an average of $1.63 million.

It’s hard to assess this deal because it came out of nowhere. On one hand, we lose a skilled player who’s capable of turning it around. Gaborik was in Tortorella’s dog house. He needed a change. If he’s not scoring, he’s a waste. Hopefully, he’ll be rejuvenated with the Jackets.

The Rangers have addressed their lack of depth. A sore spot all year. How Tortorella handles the new acquisitions will determine our fate. If he finally has enough faith to roll four lines and play all six defensemen, then it might work in our favor. Half our fan base is jumping off the bridge due to the odd return. I’m going to withhold judgment. Our team just became a lot more interesting.