Rangers Announces final trade after panarin
The Rangers traded veteran winger Artemi Panarin to the Los Angeles Kings as part of a deadline-period deal. In return, New York received:
Conditional draft picks that could become higher selections depending on playoff outcomes, and retained 50 % of Panarin’s salary to facilitate the trade.
Panarin, who was in the final year of his seven-season Rangers tenure, then signed a two-year, $22 million extension with the Kings shortly after the trade.
The deal marked the end of a memorable chapter: Panarin had been one of the franchise’s most prolific scorers and a key offensive engine for years.
Rangers Still Active in Deadline Buzz
Moving Panarin didn’t end the Rangers’ roster churn. With the trade freeze recently lifted and the NHL deadline approaching, reports suggest GM Chris Drury may be preparing additional moves, potentially involving players like Vincent Trocheck or other veterans to reshape the roster.
Team Performance Challenges
The Rangers have struggled this season, holding one of the weaker records in the Eastern Conference, which places added pressure on front office decisions and future trades.
Cap Flexibility & Future Moves
By retaining salary and moving Panarin, the Rangers open up cap space that could be used to sign younger talent or make other strategic acquisitions. How they deploy that flexibility will be critical in shaping their next competitive window.
With the NHL trade deadline looming, Detroit and playoff-contending teams are expected to stay in touch with New York about further transactions. Rangers fans will be watching closely for moves that complement a rebuilding core and help set the franchise up for sustained success.