Rangers trade Artemi Panarin to Kings
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"I never wanted to go anywhere else." Artemi Panarin was one of the rare players with full control over his destination via trade. Most times, players are traded to the team that makes the best offer and that’s that.
Panarin, traded to Los Angeles on Wednesday, said it was after that Jan. 10 loss that he 'knew we probably needed some changes."
Carolina nearly landed Artemi Panarin, reportedly making a significant offer and extension willingness. Ultimately, his no-move clause dictated his LA destination.
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Kraken rumors: The Leon Draisaitl lengths Seattle was willing to go to for Artemi Panarin extension
The Kraken made a serious extension offer for Artemi Panarin before he landed with the Kings in a trade on Wednesday.
The Los Angeles Kings, one of the Sharks’ chief competitors for a precious Western Conference playoff spot, made a significant splash on Wednesday, acquiring high-scoring winger Artemi Panarin from the New York Rangers for prospect forward Liam Greentree and a conditional third-round draft choice.