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Artemi Panarin Day-to-Day After Practice Injury as Rangers Keep Contract Talks Private

The 33-year-old enters the final season of his seven-year, $81.5 million deal saying he will focus on hockey, not negotiations.

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Apr 7, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Artemi Panarin (10) attempts a shot against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the second period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images/File Photo
Apr 17, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Rangers left wing Artemi Panarin (10) attempts a shot on goal in the third period against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Panarin left Friday’s practice with a lower-body issue and did not return, and head coach Mike Sullivan described his status as day-to-day and precautionary.
  • General manager Chris Drury lauded Panarin’s conditioning and impact but reiterated he will not discuss any negotiations publicly.
  • No extension has been announced as training camp opens, and reporting indicates the sides have yet to find common ground on a new deal.
  • Since joining New York in 2019, Panarin ranks fourth in the NHL with 550 points and posted a 49-goal, 120-point season in 2023-24.
  • The unresolved contract has fueled outside speculation about the Rangers’ cap plans and potential pursuits in a strong upcoming UFA market, including names such as Kirill Kaprizov.