Frank Seravalli's Comments on Artemi Panarin Could Open a Door for the Canadiens
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Considered one of the best teams in the NHL barely a year ago, everything has since collapsed for the New York Rangers.
After missing the playoffs last spring, the Rangers are off to a rough start to the 2025-2026 season, and general manager Chris Drury may soon have to make major decisions.
Among the hot topics to watch will undoubtedly be that of forward Artemi Panarin, who will become an unrestricted free agent on July 1, 2026.
Reports from various sources suggest that negotiations between the Rangers and the Russian star are on shaky ground, and if things don't improve in New York, Panarin's days in the Big Apple could already be numbered.
It's Confirmed: Artemi Panarin Could Truly Be Involved in a Trade, and the Montreal Canadiens Should Make an Attempt
That's what TSN journalist Frank Seravalli stated, adding that he believes Chris Drury would not hesitate to place his star forward on the trade market before the deadline.
"Do I think Chris Drury will be afraid to trade Artemi Panarin at the deadline if they're going nowhere? No, I don't."
- Frank Seravalli
- Frank Seravalli
It's safe to say that if a player of Artemi Panarin's caliber becomes available on the market, several teams would raise their hand to acquire him-despite his hefty $11.6 million salary.
It's worth remembering that the Rangers signed Panarin as a free agent in the summer of 2019, when the team's general manager was none other than Jeff Gorton.
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