LA Kings Secure Forward Artemi Panarin in Major Acquisition
The LA Kings have made a significant move by acquiring forward Artemi Panarin from the New York Rangers. This trade sees the Kings sending forward Liam Greentree, along with conditional draft picks—a third-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft and a fourth-round pick in the 2028 NHL Draft. In this deal, the Rangers will retain 50% of Panarin’s contract until the end of the 2025-26 season.
Details of Artemi Panarin’s New Contract
As part of the transition, Panarin has signed a two-year contract with the Kings. This contract has an average annual value (AAV) of $11 million, extending through the 2027-28 season. At 34 years old, Panarin is set to contribute his vast experience to the Kings.
Panarin’s Performance Statistics
This season, Panarin has played 52 games for the Rangers. He has tallied 19 goals and 38 assists, resulting in 57 points. This marks his 11th consecutive season achieving at least 50 points.
- 19 even-strength goals
- 3 game-winning goals
- 2 power-play goals
- 158 shots
- 14 penalty minutes
His performance has kept him among the top skaters in the league, leading all Rangers in assists and points this season. Panarin’s goal count ranks second on the team.
Career Highlights
Panarin has had an illustrious career, spanning 11 seasons across three NHL teams: the Chicago Blackhawks, Columbus Blue Jackets, and New York Rangers.
Key career statistics include:
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Regular-season games played | 804 |
| Total career points | 927 |
| Career goals | 321 |
| Career assists | 606 |
| Career playoff points | 61 |
He is one of only ten active skaters with a points-per-game average exceeding 1.00 among those who have played over 800 games.
International Achievements
On the international stage, Panarin has represented Russia in five tournaments. His notable accomplishments include:
- Three IIHF Men’s World Championships: Bronze in 2017 and 2016, Silver in 2015.
- Gold in the IIHF Men’s World Junior Championship in 2011.
- Best Forward honors at the 2017 IIHF World Junior Championship.
As the Kings integrate Artemi Panarin into their lineup, fans can look forward to his elite skills and playoff experience helping lead the team towards future success.
