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Rangers’ Panarin Trade Talks Slow as Olympic Freeze Begins

His insistence on a long-term extension near $50 million is limiting options.

Jan 23, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; New York Rangers left wing Artemi Panarin (10) looks to pass the puck during the third period against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The NHL’s Olympic roster freeze began at 3 p.m. ET on Feb. 4 and runs through Feb. 22, and no Artemi Panarin trade was completed before the pause.
  • Panarin holds a full no‑movement clause and has been held out for roster management as the Rangers pursue a deal.
  • Reports say he seeks an extension around $50 million, and TSN’s Chris Johnston noted at least one $40 million offer that falls short of that target.
  • Florida and Tampa Bay are repeatedly reported as preferred destinations for Panarin, but salary‑cap and asset constraints make an extension there difficult.
  • Recent reporting describes a fluid market with Carolina, Los Angeles and San Jose still exploring extension scenarios, several clubs viewing him as a rental only, and some teams such as Washington and Detroit characterized as cooling or out.