Key Highlights
- The other side had teams who are only interested in acquiring the Russian star as a rental. On the rental side, there were three teams: the Dallas Stars, Anaheim Ducks, Colorado Avalanche, and Carolina Hurricanes. It was explained that it would be tough for the Stars to pursue Panarin with a contract extension, considering left winger Jason Robertson is due for a new deal when this season is complete.
- Friedman said that GM Jim Nill's goal is to re-sign Robertson, and that ultimately blocks the opportunity to carry Panarin beyond this year. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe Avalanche are in a similar situation as they have to prepare for defenseman Cale Makar, who will require a monstrous contract extension when his current deal expires at the end of next season. Among teams that are willing to keep Panarin beyond this campaign are the Washington Capitals, Los Angeles Kings, San Jose Sharks, Florida Panthers, Detroit Red Wings, and the Hurricanes. Kings And GM Holland Asking 'Hard Questions' Amid Rumors With Panarin And Kane Kings And GM Holland Asking 'Hard Questions' Amid Rumors With Panarin And Kane The Los Angeles Kings are sitting down and asking the "hard questions" about the team as the Olympic break and NHL trade deadline approach.
- Elliotte Friedman revealed what the Kings and GM Ken Holland are currently thinking, and the team's status.
- AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementCarolina is on both sides of the list, but Friedman explains."The reason is, depending on who you talk to, Carolina is or is not interested in doing it with an extension," the NHL insider reported.
- "I think they're flexible, it just affects what they might be willing to pay for the player."He also provides details behind his claims for the Panthers and Red Wings."There's a lot of teams wondering if the Panthers can actually pull this off," Friedman said. Report: Rangers Seek A Trade Return For Artemi Panarin Similar To Brock Nelson And Avalanche Deal Report: Rangers Seek A Trade Return For Artemi Panarin Similar To Brock Nelson And Avalanche Deal The New York Rangers are almost certainly trading superstar winger Artemi Panarin before the trade deadline, and on 'Saturday Headlines, ' Elliotte Friedman revealed the asking price starts at the return Brock Nelson garnered.