The LA Kings have completed a blockbuster trade, acquiring forward Artemi Panarin from the New York Rangers in exchange for forward Liam Greentree, a conditional 2026 third-round pick, and a conditional 2028 fourth-round pick. As part of the deal, the Rangers will retain 50% of Panarin’s salary through the 2025-26 season. Panarin has also agreed to a two-year contract with the Kings, carrying an average annual value of $11 million through 2027-28.
Panarin Provides Proven Scoring, Versatility, And Leadership Across NHL Career
At 34 years old, Panarin brings elite experience and consistent production. This season, he has 19 goals and 38 assists in 52 games, marking his 11th consecutive 50-point campaign. He leads the Rangers in assists (38), points (57), and shots (158), while his 19 goals rank second on the team. Panarin’s 17 even-strength goals, three game-winners, and two power-play goals highlight his versatility and scoring impact.
He has maintained a point-per-game pace over his career, totaling 927 points in 804 regular-season NHL games with Columbus, Chicago, and New York. Among active players with at least 800 games, he ranks fifth in points-per-game and is the only undrafted player to surpass 300 career goals.
Artemi Panarin (NHL)Panarin Brings Elite Scoring, Playmaking, And International Experience to the LA Kings
Since joining the Rangers in 2019, Panarin has consistently been the team’s most productive forward. He leads all Rangers skaters in goals (205), assists (402), points (607), even-strength goals (158), and even-strength points (404), while ranking high in power-play production and ice-time metrics. His ability to create offense at both even-strength and on the power play makes him a multi-dimensional asset for the Kings.
Panarin’s NHL career began in 2015-16 with Chicago, where he won the Calder Trophy as the league’s top rookie, posting 77 points in 80 games and setting rookie records in goals, assists, and points. His peak performance came in 2023-24, with 120 points, helping the Rangers capture the President’s Trophy. Internationally, Panarin has represented Russia in multiple tournaments, earning medals at the World Championships and World Juniors, including a standout 17-point performance at the 2017 World Junior Championship.
The acquisition of Panarin provides the Kings with a proven scorer and playmaker capable of elevating the team’s offensive depth, mentoring younger forwards, and making an immediate impact in the pursuit of postseason success.
