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Time of India
4 days ago
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- Time of India
Artemi Panarin's future with the Rangers hangs in the balance as contract nears expiry
Insider hints Rangers are preparing to move on from Artemi Panarin sooner than fans realize (Getty Images) The New York Rangers are at a crossroads, and all eyes are on Artemi Panarin. Despite an impressive regular-season performance from the star forward, the Rangers missed the postseason — an outcome the front office is determined to prevent moving forward. But doing that while managing the salary cap and aging roster has presented a complex challenge, especially as Panarin's eight-year, $81.5 million contract nears its end in 2026. Rangers may lose Artemi Panarin amid rising speculation and behind-the-scenes tensions Still producing at an elite level, Panarin notched 89 points last season, following a stellar 120-point campaign in 2023-24. Yet, at 33 years old, he remains both an invaluable asset and a financial question mark. The team's top brass, led by President and GM Chris Drury, has shown a willingness to part ways with veteran contracts that no longer justify their price tag — most recently seen with the trades of Chris Kreider and Barclay Goodrow. While Arthur Staple of The Athletic reported that Panarin is considered 'one of the team's only untouchables,' his age and cap hit are hard to ignore. The team may be reluctant to commit to another long-term deal that could age poorly — especially with an eye on building a younger, faster core to remain competitive in the coming seasons. According to Bleacher Report's Lyle Richardson, 'The Rangers can afford to re-sign Panarin on a short-term deal with a slight pay cut to around $10 million annually. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Lifetime Office 365 Download Undo However, his future in New York could depend on the Blueshirts' performance in 2025-26. Another missed postseason could lead to his departure to a Stanley Cup contender next July.' This raises a strategic dilemma for New York. Letting Panarin hit free agency without compensation would be a major loss, given his consistent production — 37 goals and 52 assists last season alone. Trading him now could recoup assets but might also derail their postseason hopes. Extending him would keep one of the league's top point producers, but at a potential long-term cost. There's no question Panarin remains a game-changer. But the Rangers know the window to win with their current core is narrowing. Whether they choose to trade him, extend him, or let him walk, the decision will shape the team's trajectory for years to come. The writing may already be on the wall, and one thing is certain — the Rangers can't afford to wait until next July to decide Panarin's fate. Also Read: Connor McDavid's patience tested as Oilers trade key prospect amid rising 2025-26 expectations For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Time of India
5 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
How to watch NHL vs. KHL ‘Match of the Year' live on July 13 — full time, stream and rosters
Alexander Ovechkin leads NHL stars in 2025 KHL vs. NHL game — where to watch and full details. H ockey doesn't hibernate in the summer and this Saturday proves it. On July 13, 2025, the NHL vs. KHL 'Match of the Year' returns to Moscow's CSKA Arena, with puck drop set for 11 a.m. ET. It's more than just an exhibition, it's a global celebration of hockey, a reunion of Russia's biggest stars, and a major charity event rolled into one. And yes, Alexander Ovechkin, Artemi Panarin, Igor Shesterkin, and Evgeny Malkin are all playing. What is the NHL vs. KHL 'Match of the Year'? The annual event brings together the top Russian players from the NHL and pits them against the best of the KHL in an all-star-style showdown. Though technically a friendly, there's nothing casual about it. Every summer, fans get to see their favorite players on the ice during the offseason, with a spotlight on charity, skill, and national pride. This year's edition promises more of everything, more stars, more fans, and more impact. Confirmed NHL lineup: Russia's elite returns to the ice Here's who's suiting up for Team NHL in 2025: Alexander Ovechkin (Washington Capitals) Artemi Panarin (New York Rangers) Igor Shesterkin (New York Rangers) Kirill Kaprizov (Minnesota Wild) Evgeny Malkin (Pittsburgh Penguins) Mikhail Sergachev (Tampa Bay Lightning) Sergei Bobrovsky (Florida Panthers) Dmitry Orlov, Alexander Romanov, Pavel Buchnevich, and even Ilya Kovalchuk Yep, Kovalchuk's still in it and still dangerous. KHL's star roster: veteran firepower meets new talent The KHL side is equally stacked with high-level experience and skill: Alexander Radulov Vadim Shipachyov Nikita Nesterov Dmitrij Jaškin Nikolai Goldobin Egor Yakovlev Plus a few younger prospects looking to make a statement on the international stage. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Esse novo alarme com câmera é quase gratuito em Butiá (consulte o preço) Alarmes Undo This mix of past and future has helped make the event one of the most entertaining hockey games of the year. How to watch the 2025 Match of the Year live Date: Saturday, July 13, 2025 Time: 11 a.m. ET (6 p.m. Moscow time) Broadcast: Live on Russia's Match TV and Channel One Russia U.S. Streaming: No official American partner, but fans can likely watch via international streams or fan-hosted Reddit/Discord links. Keep an eye on hockey subreddits and sports forums for access. This game matters and not just on the scoreboard The Match of the Year isn't just about goals and highlight-reel passes. It's a major fundraising event for health, disability, and youth causes across Russia. In 2024, the game raised 10+ million rubles (about $127,000), and this year's goal is even higher. Beyond that, fans in Moscow will enjoy an expanded fan festival with concerts, big screens, and live entertainment happening just outside the arena. If you love hockey, Saturday's NHL vs. KHL clash is a must-watch. Whether it's Ovechkin sniping from the circle or Panarin breaking ankles at center ice, the talent on display will be elite and the stakes, while unofficial, are still deeply personal. It's fast. It's fun. It's for a good cause. Also read - NHL trade watch: Erik Karlsson deal now more realistic after paid bonus, says Elliotte Friedman For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Yahoo
7 days ago
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Former Rangers enforcer recalls late-night vodka shots and basketball with Artemi Panarin
Ryan Reaves has had a lot of different teammates over his 15 seasons in the NHL. But one of his favorites was Artemi Panarin, from their time together with the New York Rangers. 'He's one of the coolest guys, one of the coolest Russians I've met. Him and his wife are so humble,' Reaves explained on the Cam and Strick podcast. Advertisement The forwards were Rangers teammates for only a season-plus. Reaves signed with the Rangers ahead of the 2021-22 season and then was traded to the Minnesota Wild on Nov. 23, 2022. Panarin is set to begin his seventh season in New York after he signed aa a free agent before the 2019-20 season. Reaves, one of the toughest players in the League, and Panarin, one of the most skilled players in the NHL, make for quite the Odd Couple. But the tough guy from Canada and star from Russia each has an upbeat, fun-loving side. And they hit it off as Rangers teammates. 'He was a cool kid. He'd come over like after we landed (in Westchester) … from a road trip and we had the day off,' Reaves recounted. 'He'd come over like one in the morning; he'd race home and grab a bottle of his Russian vodka, and we'd sit downstairs and take shots of vodka and play basketball at four in the morning. I love 'Bread'.' Good thing there were no late-night or early-morning hoops injuries. Advertisement It should be noted that Panarin had 96 points (22 goals, 74 assists) in that 2021-22 season, his most until two years later when he notched 120 points (49 goals, 71 assists), second-most in franchise history. Related: Why bounce back from Rangers top line key to playoff hopes next season Ryan Reaves recalls being Artemi Panarin's 'secretary' with Rangers James Guillory-Imagn Images Reaves provided more insight into Panarin with another story he shared. '[Panarin] doesn't carry around an iPhone, he's got a flip phone only because people got to get ahold of him,' Reaves explained. 'There's an app we'd get our schedule on and this guy doesn't have this app, so every day I gotta text him 'Hey, we've got a meeting' or 'I'm picking you up.' Whatever it was. But it was constant, like I was his secretary.' Advertisement Reaves, who turns 39 in January, is in the final season of a three-year contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs. He appeared in 35 games last season and this could be his final go-round in the NHL. He's enter 2025-26 with 137 points (63 goals, 74 assists) and 1,100 penalty minutes in 912 games for six NHL teams. Panarin's been the Rangers top scorer six straight seasons, including this past one when he finished with 89 points (37 goals, 52 assists) in 80 games. The best free-agent signing in franchise history, Panarin turns 34 on Oct. 30 and has been eligible to sign a contract extension since July 1. Rangers general manager Chris Drury recently sidestepped a question about Panarin's future with the organization. Related Headlines
Yahoo
7 days ago
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Why bounce back from Rangers top line key to playoff hopes next season
By nearly all accounts, New York Rangers general manager Chris Drury did an outstanding job on the first day of free agency, landing the team's top target and one of the best available players on the market. Though big-ticket signing and top-pair defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov seems sure to be a huge part of any Rangers resurgence, a return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs next season likely hinges on the three holdovers finding their magic together again. Advertisement The Rangers were largely powered to the Presidents' Trophy in 2023-24 by Artemi Panarin, Vincent Trocheck and Alexis Lafreniere, who formed one of the most productive forward-line combinations in the NHL. Panarin's career-best 120-point season was the linchpin for a group that piled up 254 points, the dynamic partnership covering up for a conspicuous lack of scoring depth throughout the rest of the lineup. The Blueshirts set franchise records with 114 points and 55 wins, mostly on the strength of that production, and typically stellar goaltending from Igor Shesterkin and Jonathan Quick. It was then no coincidence that the Rangers fortunes nosedived in 2024-25, when that line failed to come close to their production from the previous season. Panarin, Trocheck and Lafreniere were hardly the only Rangers to trend downward in a nightmarish season that saw them miss the playoffs after reaching the 2024 Eastern Conference Final. Their slide, however, was perhaps the most noticeable, given the heights they achieved the previous season. Related: Rangers GM addresses flurry of roster changes: 'big piece of it was salary cap' Artemi Panarin, Alexis Lafreniere, Vincent Trocheck have much to prove with Rangers Sam Navarro-Imagn Images The most alarming falloff came from Lafreniere, who after what seemed like a breakout 57-point effort in 2023-24, started fast last season and received a seven-year, $52 million contract extension in late October. For the time being at least, that looks like an iffy decision for the Rangers. Old questions about fitness, commitment and attention to detail resurfaced for much of the rest of the season after Lafreniere signed the deal. Advertisement Though his underlying metrics were far from terrible, Lafreniere was often invisible in the offensive zone and far too noticeable defensively for the wrong reasons, appearing either unable or unwilling to backcheck and defend over and over again. He finished last season with 17 goals and 45 points, a significant step backward for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2020 NHL Draft. He has much to prove next season. No one expected Panarin to duplicate his career performance of 2023-24, and he managed to maintain his career pace of better than point-per-game production, with 89 in 80 contests. Yet like so many of his teammates, Panarin's impact seemed muted when compared to the previous season, and his defensive deficiencies were also difficult to miss. The 33-year-old was a minus-9 for the season – the first time in his brilliant 10-year career that he wasn't a plus player, no matter how flawed that statistic is. Adding to Panarin's woes was a late-season report that he was accused of sexual assault by a team employee, with the NHL confirming its investigation of the matter. Panarin and Madison Square Garden Sports made settlement payments to the woman. It was another unseemly note to an overall sour season for the Rangers. Trocheck was still a demon in the face-off circle, winning 59.3 percent of his draws, but dropped from a career-best 77 points in 2023-24 to 59 last season. Advertisement It's likely that for the Rangers to get back to the postseason, each must more closely resemble the 2023-24 versions of themselves. Lafreniere is at a crossroads after he seemed to have put a halting start to his career behind him in 2023-24. Panarin, the best free-agent signing in team history, was already under scrutiny from the fan base due to his so-so playoff performances. There has been no buzz from the organization so far about an extension for Panarin, who became eligible for one July 1 and can become an unrestricted free agent next summer when his mammoth seven-year, $81.5 deal expires. Trocheck must show that the final four seasons of his seven-year, $39 million contract aren't going to age poorly, and that he can still be the edgy, effective top-six center he's been in prior years. Like so many of his teammates, the 32-year-old will try to show that last season was an anomaly which can be put in the past with a return to 2023-24 form. Related: Rangers transformation continues with K'Andre Miller trade to Hurricanes: 3 key takeaways Mike Sullivan must decide whether to keep top Rangers line intact Danny Wild-Imagn Images New Rangers coach Mike Sullivan has an interesting decision to make. The easy option is to keep Panarin, Trocheck and Lafreniere together, and count on them to drive production offensively, assuming a return to form by each. Advertisement Of course, he could shake things up, especially if he's got an inkling to fill the void at 3C with Trocheck and leave Mika Zibanejad and J.T. Miller to center the top two lines. No matter the line combinations, Lafreniere, Panarin and Trocheck should be plenty motivated to rebound this season. Lafreniere's dip in production after he signed a lucrative contract was a bad look, and he's sure to draw the ire of fans and the front office if results next season resembles those of 2024-25. With his Rangers future in doubt, Panarin will be looking to put himself in position to earn another big contract – be it from his current team or on the open market. Trocheck wants to reestablish his standing as one of the top producers on the Rangers, especially in light of his growing role as one of the leaders of the team and possibly its next captain. Advertisement Knowing how motivated this trio is, and factoring in what they've accomplished together in rthe recent past, it makes all the sense for Sullivan to keep this line together and at least start the season with them as the go-to top unit. If Sullivan gives them another go at it, he could be handsomely rewarded with a playoff berth – just as his predecessor Peter Laviolette was when he leaned on that line two years ago. 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Yahoo
7 days ago
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Rangers' Possible Line Combinations To Start The 2025-26 Season
Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images With the Free Agent Frenzy over, the New York Rangers are most likely done making major moves, at least for now. Here's what their forward line combinations may look like to start the 2025-26 season: First Line: Artemi Panarin, Vincent Trocheck, Alexis Lafrenière This is a line that saw a ton of success during the 2023-24 season, but was broken up during the 2024-25 campaign after experiencing some offensive struggles. Advertisement However, the Rangers should continue to roll out this trio, as Artemi Panarin seems to get the best out of both Vincent Trocheck and Alexis Lafrenière, while Panarin had his best statistical season playing alongside these two forwards, propelling himself into the Hart Trophy conversation. Trocheck's steady two-way game balances out the line, and in order for Lafrenière to continue improving, it's best to play him alongside two teammates he's most comfortable with on the ice. At their best, this line has shown they could be one of the most explosive from an offensive standpoint in the entire NHL, so it would be exciting to see them all together again. Second Line: Will Cuylle, J.T. Miller, Mika Zibanejad The big question going into the season is whether Mika Zibanejad will play at center or the wing. Advertisement Once the Rangers acquired Miller from the Vancouver Canucks, Zibanejad was moved to the wing in order to play alongside J.T. Miller and they were able to build a strong chemistry with each other. Despite being listed as a winger, Zibanejad also took faceoffs, interchanging with Miller, which created an effective dynamic. Will Cuylle's presence on this line also provided a strong presence both on the defensive and offensive ends. These three players share the same qualities of being versatile, two-way players as this trio can serve as both the team's shutdown and most productive offensive line in any given game. Advertisement Third Line: Gabe Perreault, Juuso Parssinen, Jonny Brodzinski Gabe Perreault will fight to make the Rangers' opening-night roster and he'll likely slot on the third line if he does make the team. Juuso Parssinen provides an element of speed that could fare well alongside Perreault, who's known for his offensive intangibles. Rangers' Defensive Core Has Sneakily Become Underrated And Dangerous Rangers' Defensive Core Has Sneakily Become Underrated And Dangerous The New York Rangers' defensive core has suddenly become one to be reckoned with. Meanwhile, Jonny Brodzinski's grit and grind style of play makes him the perfect bottom-six forward as he can fit in anywhere and with anyone. Advertisement Fourth Line: Adam Edström, Sam Carrick, Matt Rempe Before Adam Edström suffered a season-ending injury, he played practically every game alongside his partner in crime, Sam Carrick. The two forwards publicly expressed their enjoyment playing with each other, and it seemed to be a perfect fit, so Edström and Carrick playing together is a no-brainer. When Matt Rempe was in the lineup, he mostly played on a line with Edström and Carrick. The size of both Rempe and Edström made them intimidating to go up against, and Rempe built a strong rapport with Carrick throughout the year. This trio is exciting to watch due to their physicality and aggressive identity, the most ideal traits to have on a fourth line.
