NHL Trade Rumors: New York Rangers could trade Artemi Panarin before March 6 deadline

New York Rangers have started a roster transformation process that has drawn all league attention to their player lineup and particularly to Artemi Panarin. The Rangers have announced their upcoming roster changes, which will force rival teams to monitor how general manager Chris Drury will attempt to rebuild his underperforming team. The upcoming trade deadline on the 6th of March is an important time, as there are multiple contenders for the Cup that require forwards to bolster their rosters.

The discussion about Panarin centers around his current situation. The 34-year-old winger finishes his contract during this season, while his $11.6 million salary cap cost and his full no-movement clause allow him to decide his future. The Rangers have started their future planning through their current evaluation of Panarin, which creates an opportunity for one of the season's biggest trades to occur.

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The Athletic's Peter Baugh reports that Drury told Panarin that the club will not extend his contract, but they will help him find a new team to play for. Panarin has not yet given any team information on which he wants to play for.
Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman reported on Saturday that New York wants a trade return that matches the package the New York Islanders received from the Colorado Avalanche during last summer's Brock Nelson trade that included Calum Ritchie and a conditional first-round pick. Friedman believes that Panarin's decision to sign an extension would determine the value of the return.

Friedman mentioned that the Anaheim Ducks showed interest in Panarin because of his past relationship with coach Joel Quenneville, while the Los Angeles Kings and Washington Capitals would develop their interest based on their plans. The Hockey News writer Adam Proteau believes the Kings will match his playing style better because their future salary cap space will increase beyond their present salary cap situation.

The impending trade deadline creates increased attention toward Artemi Panarin, who currently stands as a major storyline in NHL news. The Rangers' rebuilding process will depend on his decision about accepting a trade that includes a contract extension, which will also determine the playoff prospects of teams that choose to make major roster changes.



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