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Trade Talk Intensifies: Rangers Pull Panarin Until Olympic Freeze

The Artemi Panarin era in New York appears to be over. Reports surfaced on Wednesday that the organization was holding their star out of the lineup for roster reasons, with many assuming the team was actively working on a trade and protecting Panarin from a potential injury that could complicate their ability to finalize a deal.

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Rangers vs. Islanders: Lineups, storylines trying to avoid season sweep

For the second time in as many nights, albeit in a different building, the New York Rangers face off against the New York Islanders on Thursday. This back end of a home-and-home set takes place at Madison Square Garden, after the Rangers lost 5-2 on the road at UBS Arena on Wednesday.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / January 29

Look for the Rangers and Canucks to Fade in the NHL

Everyone likes to talk about teams to back, the dark horses that might surprise down the stretch. But there’s another angle worth paying attention to: the teams to fade.

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How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

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Artemi Panarin News / NHL Trade Talk / January 29

Insider: Teams Already Dropping Out of Panarin Trade Sweepstakes

According to TSN insider Pierre LeBrun, teams are already dropping out of the Artemi Panarin trade sweepstakes. With news that Panarin wants a contract

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The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

New York Rangers News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 29

What Rangers’ Mike Sullivan said about Artemi Panarin ahead of expected trade

The partnership between superstar forward Artemi Panarin and the New York Rangers is reaching its conclusion, with the Russian being held out of the lineup indefinitely ahead of an expected trade out of the Big Apple.

New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 29

New York Rangers Recall Brett Berard

Now that they’re committed to sitting out Artemi Panarin until he’s eventually traded, the New York Rangers needed another forward to fill the void. According to a team announcement, the Rangers have recalled Brett Berard from the AHL’s Hartford Wolf Pack.

New York Rangers News / Blue Seat Blogs / January 29

Rangers that should be traded during the retool

In addition to Rangers that should be kept during the retool, it’s natural that we start identifying Rangers that should be traded. Not all of these players are going to be traded, but Drury should at least be exploring the market to see if he gets blown away with an offer.

New York Rangers News / Forever Blueshirts / January 29

Top-5 potential trade targets for Rangers, including Jason Robertson

The New York Rangers need this latest roster retool to be quicker than the last. It took four years, all told, from the Jeff Gorton/Glen Sather Letter 1.0 to the Rangers’ surprise Eastern Conference Final run in 2021-22.

Artemi Panarin News / NHL Trade Talk / January 29

Panarin Era in New York Over as Rangers Prepare for Blockbuster Trade

The New York Rangers appear to be on the verge of moving on from one of the greatest free-agent signings in franchise history. Multiple reports indicate Artemi Panarin has likely played his final game in a Rangers uniform, with the team holding him out of the lineup until a trade can be completed ahead of the Feb.

Artemi Panarin News / NHL Rumors / January 29

NHL Rumors: Artemi Panarin Pulled for Roster Management as he Waits for a Trade

Mollie Walker: The New York Rangers held Artemi Panarin out of the lineup last night for roster management purposes, and he’s not expected to play in any games for the Rangers before the Olympic roster freeze.

Olympics News / Daily Faceoff / January 29

Top NHL prospects to watch at the 2026 Winter Olympics

The 2026 Winter Olympics will feature best-on-best competition for the first time since 2014 – so people are rightfully excited. But for the diehards, this event also offers an opportunity for some notable prospects to prove themselves on the world stage.

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New York Rangers News / Forever Blueshirts / January 29

Rangers Daily: Sharks reportedly in on Panarin; Palat trade grades

Artemi Panarin’s days on Broadway are numbered, we all know that. But where is the New York Rangers leading scorer headed next? Perhaps San Jose? Sheng Peng reported in San Jose Hockey Now that the Sharks have been in contact with the Rangers about Panarin.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 29

NHL Predictions: Jan 29 New York Islanders vs New York Rangers

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

New York Rangers News / Blue Seat Blogs / January 29

Rangers Recap: Chalk up another loss

When the Rangers announced just before game time that Artemi Panarin would sit due to roster management pending trades, you had an idea how the game would go.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 29

Ascending Islanders seek season sweep of reeling Rangers

The New York Rangers rarely score against the New York Islanders and infrequently win on home ice. Those are among the litany of reasons general manager Chris Drury recently announced the Rangers will attempt to retool their roster.

Artemi Panarin News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 28

Rangers sit Artemi Panarin for roster-related reasons amid trade buzz

The New York Rangers are healthy-scratching Artemi Panarin for roster-related reasons.

An extension is a possibility for whoever acquires Artemi Panarin

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NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 28

NHL Predictions: Jan 28 New York Rangers vs New York Islanders

New York Rangers News / Last Word On Sports / January 28

The Story Behind the New York Rangers Downfall

Just a few seasons ago, the New York Rangers were at the top of the league, Presidents’ Trophy winners. Now, New York is 22-25-6 and fighting to keep their season alive.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 27

Carson Soucy's Islanders debut could come vs. Rangers, his former team

Carson Soucy's first three games as part of the New York Rangers-New York Islanders rivalry were unremarkable. His fourth will almost surely be far more unique.

Matthew Robertson News / Field Level Media / January 26

Matthew Robertson scores in OT to lift Rangers past Bruins

Rookie Matthew Robertson scored with 67 seconds left in overtime as the New York Rangers snapped a four-game home losing streak by rallying for a 4-3 victory over the Boston Bruins on Monday night.

J.T. Miller News / The Hockey Writers / January 26

Rangers made mistakes with both J.T. Miller trades

The New York Rangers have been one of the worst teams in the NHL this season. One player who has taken the brunt of criticism from the media and the fans is captain J.T.

Vladislav Gavrikov News / The Hockey Writers / January 26

Rangers Should Be Cautious With Gavrikov’s Minutes

The New York Rangers are in last place in the Eastern Conference, and general manager Chris Drury announced that the team will begin to retool its roster.

New York Rangers News / Yardbarker / January 25

Is Alexis Lafreniere a building block for the Rangers?

With the Rangers facing another retool, is Lafreniere a part of the long term plan or could he be among the players moved?

Team USA's Olympic hockey decisions continue to look worse

Penguins' Evgeni Malkin makes thoughts on retirement clear

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Mitch Marner's harsh reception in Toronto sign of frustration

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New York Rangers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 24

Rangers GM Chris Drury Should Be On The Hot Seat

The New York Rangers’ communications release last week showed the world a couple of things. The first was that the team was headed towards a retool, which was pretty evident to anyone who has watched them this season.

New York Rangers News / NHL Rumors / January 22

NHL Rumors: New York Rangers – Panarin, Trocheck, Soucy, Schneider, and Zibanejad

Nick Kypreos of Sportsnet: The 33-year-old Artemi Panarin is over a point a game this season. The pending UFA won’t be getting a contract from the New York Rangers, and teams will be calling.