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Artemi Panarin was traded from the New York Rangers to the Los Angeles Kings for Liam Greentree and two conditional picks and signed a two-year, $22 million contract with the Kings, timing the move to before the Olympic break and emphasizing a desire to join a team that would sign him immediately rather than be a rental.
New York traded Artemi Panarin to the Los Angeles Kings for top prospect Liam Greentree and two conditional picks, with Panarin signing a two-year, $22 million contract; the move ends his era in New York as the Rangers, currently last in the Eastern Conference, pivot to a roster retooling aimed at becoming competitive again under coach Mike Sullivan.
Artemi Panarin declined a four-year contract offer from Seattle with a cap hit above $14 million and then was traded to the Los Angeles Kings, where he signed a two-year, $22 million extension; Seattle reportedly offered an AAV higher than Leon Draisaitl’s, Panarin insisted on LA, and the Rangers traded him for prospect Liam Greentree and two conditional picks. Panarin has a full no-movement clause and informed the Rangers he would only go to Los Angeles, as Seattle remains active in pursuing upgrades. The Kraken sit third in the Pacific; Panarin has 19 goals and 57 points this season, while LA’s leading scorer is not Panarin at the moment.
The New York Rangers traded Artemi Panarin to the Los Angeles Kings for a conditional third-round pick and prospect Liam Greentree, and Panarin then signed a two-year extension with the Kings at an $11 million average annual value. New York will retain 50% of Panarin’s cap hit this season as the teammoves into a retool, while Greentree—20 years old and coming off strong OHL-season production—gives L.A. added offensive upside. Panarin, who had 57 points in 52 games this season, departs after six seasons as a core Ranger.”,
The Los Angeles Kings host the Anaheim Ducks in a home‑and‑home, with Joel Armia returning to the lineup and likely skating on a line with Byfield and Foegele; Armia’s presence should bolster both 5-on-5 play and the penalty kill. Darcy Kuemper starts tonight, with Anton Forsberg expected to get tomorrow’s game as the goalies split the series. The Kings are also weighing defensive-pair changes after a recent rough stretch, though the Anderson–Doughty top pairing remains in play for now. Fiala has been the team's January standout, recording multi-point games and leading the club in points, while Kopitar, Moore and Perry remain out as L.A. sits two points outside the playoffs.
The NHL has three games scheduled, with the Winnipeg Jets aiming to end an 11-game losing streak against the Los Angeles Kings, the Chicago Blackhawks welcoming Connor Bedard back from injury to face the Washington Capitals, and the Utah Mammoth hosting the St. Louis Blues during a homestand. Key storylines include the Jets' struggles, Bedard's return, and the Mammoth's offensive depth.
The article discusses NBA trade rumors involving players like Trae Young, Ja Morant, LaMelo Ball, and Jonathan Kuminga, highlighting the perceived limited value of small point guards in today's game, potential trades between teams like the Kings, Warriors, Bucks, and others, and the ongoing speculation about player movements and team strategies.
The NHL status report highlights injury updates and return timelines for several players, including Kopitar and Armia for the Kings, Tkachuk for the Panthers, Jarvis for the Hurricanes, and others across various teams, with some players nearing return and others still sidelined due to injuries.
The NHL features four games with notable storylines, including the Canucks aiming for a perfect road trip sweep against the Flyers, Blues players auditioning for Canada's Olympic team, Gauthier nearing 20 goals for the Ducks, Zegras on a point streak for the Flyers, and Kopitar closing in on Kings' scoring records, with the schedule highlighting key matchups.
Phillip Danault was traded from the Los Angeles Kings to the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for a 2026 second-round draft pick, returning to the team where he previously played for six seasons, with a career spanning 741 games and 399 points.
Ja Morant's strained relationship with the Memphis Grizzlies and recent frustrations have led to rumors that he could be traded, with the Timberwolves and Kings as potential suitors, amid concerns over his declining performance and team tensions.
Multiple NBA teams, including the Timberwolves and Kings, are monitoring Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant's situation amid recent team conflicts and his limited playing time due to suspension and injuries, though the Grizzlies have not yet indicated they plan to trade him.
Austin Reaves scored a career-high 51 points to lead the Lakers to a 127-120 victory over the Kings, despite missing key players Luka Dončić and LeBron James. Reaves's performance included efficient shooting, free throws, and playmaking, helping the undermanned Lakers secure the win in a close game.
The Sacramento Kings are reducing Keon Ellis's playing time after signing Russell Westbrook, making him a potential trade target for the Los Angeles Lakers, who need a versatile wing with strong shooting and defensive skills to complement their star players.
Keegan Murray, a key player for the Sacramento Kings, has signed a five-year, $140 million contract extension despite recent injury setbacks, including a thumb tear that will sideline him for 4-6 weeks. The team aims to improve its playoff performance this season under new full-time coach Doug Christie.