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Panarin Debut Sparks Kings’ Return Clash With Vegas
sports3 days ago

Panarin Debut Sparks Kings’ Return Clash With Vegas

post-Olympic break preview: the LA Kings host the Vegas Golden Knights in a Pacific Division showdown as Artemi Panarin makes his Kings debut. Mikey Anderson and Alex Turcotte are expected to be activated from injured reserve and available tonight, while Doughty, Armia and Kuemper are set to return or dress for the Kings, with Forsberg likely getting the start in goal. Vegas is missing Jack Eichel and Noah Hanafin and has several Olympians TBD, creating a prime chance for Los Angeles to kickstart the home stretch. The Kings have struggled at home this season and will look to capitalize in the coming three-game homestand to turn their campaign around.

Panarin chooses Kings, chasing Hollywood dream after Rangers breakup
sports23 days ago

Panarin chooses Kings, chasing Hollywood dream after Rangers breakup

Artemi Panarin waived his no-movement clause to facilitate a trade from the Rangers to the Los Angeles Kings, signing a two-year, $22 million extension after the move. He said he wanted a place where his family could stay and that the Kings felt like the right fit, while noting the Rangers’ offer suggested uncertainty about his future. Los Angeles acquired forward Liam Greentree and a conditional draft pick; Panarin’s decision was helped by Vlad Gavrikov’s endorsement and comes ahead of the Olympic-break return, with potential returns of Adam Fox and Igor Shesterkin on the horizon.

Kings Seek Break Spark in Vegas as Panarin Joins Soon
sports23 days ago

Kings Seek Break Spark in Vegas as Panarin Joins Soon

Final pre-break MLS-style? Not MLS—NHL—preview: the Los Angeles Kings visit the Vegas Golden Knights with Anton Forsberg likely to start. Artemi Panarin will not play tonight but will join the club after the Olympic break. Kings may shuffle the lineup (Foegele could return) while Leaning on a productive power play led by Kuzmenko, who scored twice in the last game. Vegas is missing McNabb, Karlsson, Saad and Howden; Dorofeyev has been a thorn for LA, including a hat trick in their last meeting. With both teams jockeying in a tight division race, this game is a key momentum booster before the break and a test of whether the Kings can turn a sluggish start into a run after the hiatus.

Rangers ship Panarin to Kings ahead of Olympic roster freeze
sports24 days ago

Rangers ship Panarin to Kings ahead of Olympic roster freeze

Artemi Panarin was traded from the New York Rangers to the Los Angeles Kings just before the NHL’s Olympic roster freeze, in exchange for forward prospect Liam Greentree (a 2024 first-round pick) and a conditional third-round pick that becomes a second-round pick if L.A. wins a playoff series, plus a 2028 fourth-round pick if the Kings reach the second round. The Rangers will retain half of Panarin’s prorated $11.6 million salary this season, and Panarin is expected to sign a two-year extension with L.A. at about $11 million per year; the move signals a Rangers retool as they pivot around their core.

Kings land Panarin in bold Rangers swap
sports24 days ago

Kings land Panarin in bold Rangers swap

The LA Kings acquired Artemi Panarin from the New York Rangers in exchange for forward Liam Greentree and two conditional draft picks, with the Rangers retaining 50% of Panarin’s contract through 2025-26. Panarin signed a two-year contract worth an average annual value of $11 million through the 2027-28 season. The 34-year-old winger has 19 goals and 38 assists in 52 games this season and brings 804 NHL games and more than 900 career points to Los Angeles, along with extensive playoff experience.

Rangers navigate Panarin trade saga as deadline nears
sports24 days ago

Rangers navigate Panarin trade saga as deadline nears

The New York Rangers remain in limbo over Artemi Panarin, who has not played since Jan. 26 and holds full no-trade power as the team awaits a resolution ahead of the March 6 trade deadline. With a league roster freeze looming on Feb. 22, the uncertainty affects the squad, pushes younger players into larger roles, and comes as the Rangers try to claw back from a poor stretch, including home losses and a slide in the standings.

Capitals push for Panarin heats up as Olympic roster freeze nears
sports24 days ago

Capitals push for Panarin heats up as Olympic roster freeze nears

With the Olympic roster freeze looming, the Washington Capitals are pursuing Artemi Panarin from the New York Rangers, who remain the top asset on the trade market. Panarin and his agent reportedly want a $50 million extension, with Florida as his preferred destination if possible, but Washington has emerged as a serious contender due to cap flexibility. The Capitals would need to clear space (about $5.8M available, roughly $34.8M next summer) and the Rangers could require salary retention to facilitate a deal. No moves can be made once the freeze starts Wednesday at 3 p.m. until February 22.

Panarin Trade Narrowed as 3 Contenders Refuse Extension
sports25 days ago

Panarin Trade Narrowed as 3 Contenders Refuse Extension

Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman notes Artemi Panarin’s preferred extension is a deal-breaker for trade talks, with Colorado, Dallas, and Anaheim viewing him as a pure rental rather than a long-term commitment; the Rangers have him held out for roster-management reasons, and cap constraints plus the price of a potential extension are narrowing the market for a player still producing at an elite level.

Breadman to Raleigh? Hurricanes as Panarin’s wildcard trade option
sports28 days ago

Breadman to Raleigh? Hurricanes as Panarin’s wildcard trade option

The NHL trade market heats up as Artemi Panarin is linked to a Carolina Hurricanes fit, with a proposed deal sending Jesperi Kotkaniemi, top prospect Bradly Nadeau, a 2026 first-round pick, and a 2027 second-round pick to New York while the Rangers retain 50% of Panarin’s salary; the move hinges on Panarin agreeing to a long-term extension and fitting Brind’Amour’s system.

Capitals pursue Panarin only with extension, aiming for a $50M deal
sports29 days ago

Capitals pursue Panarin only with extension, aiming for a $50M deal

Elliotte Friedman reports Panarin is a hot trade target, but the Capitals want an extension in place before any deal, with a target around $50 million total spread over 3–6 years. Washington is viewed as a legitimate contender, along with San Jose, Carolina, and Detroit, while others are considered unlikely. Rangers could require salary retention. Expect trade activity ahead of the February 4 Olympic roster freeze and March 6 deadline.

Panarin Sweepstakes: Ranking the 8 Most Likely NHL Destinations
sports29 days ago

Panarin Sweepstakes: Ranking the 8 Most Likely NHL Destinations

With Artemi Panarin likely headed out of New York as the Rangers pursue asset management, this piece ranks eight potential destinations from least to most realistic—San Jose Sharks, Vegas Golden Knights, Tampa Bay Lightning, Washington Capitals, Los Angeles Kings, Florida Panthers, Detroit Red Wings, and Carolina Hurricanes—based on cap space, assets, and fit, while noting his no-movement clause could shape which teams are truly feasible.

Breadman on the Block: Rangers Explore Panarin Trade Ahead of Deadline
sports1 month ago

Breadman on the Block: Rangers Explore Panarin Trade Ahead of Deadline

The New York Rangers have placed Artemi Panarin on the trade block ahead of the NHL deadline, with the star winger reportedly seeking a new contract as part of any deal. Panarin’s no-move clause and cap considerations complicate moves to several teams—Carolina Hurricanes, Dallas Stars, Florida Panthers, Detroit Red Wings, Los Angeles Kings, Tampa Bay Lightning, Washington Capitals, and San Jose Sharks—while the clock ticks toward the Olympic roster freeze on Feb. 4.

Sharks Eye Panarin Trade as Playoff Push Gains Momentum
sports1 month ago

Sharks Eye Panarin Trade as Playoff Push Gains Momentum

San Jose has inquired about Artemi Panarin, and the winger would consider a contract extension if traded, preferring teams where he can stay beyond 2025-26. The Sharks have surged this season behind Macklin Celebrini and could use Panarin to boost their offense and help develop young scorers, with their GM Mike Grier’s Rangers ties and a strong prospect pool giving them leverage; Panarin reportedly favors the Eastern Conference but hasn’t ruled out San Jose.

Rangers sit Panarin as trade talk swirls toward Olympic break
sports1 month ago

Rangers sit Panarin as trade talk swirls toward Olympic break

New York Rangers winger Artemi Panarin was healthy-scratched for roster-related reasons and isn’t expected back before the Olympic break, fueling trade speculation as he reportedly seeks a contract extension; with a no-movement clause, any deal would require Panarin’s consent, and while several teams are linked, a concrete move isn’t imminent, potentially keeping him sidelined for over a month.