Artemi Panarin got to tell his side of the story just about 24 hours after being traded from the New York Rangers to the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday.

The Rangers had a lot working against them in an Artemi Panarin trade but the return from the Kings is still underwhelming.

Veteran forward Artemi Panarin opens up after being traded to the LA Kings, explaining why he only wanted Los Angeles.

Artemi Panarin has a $40M extension offer as the Rangers explore trade options before the 2026 Olympic freeze.

Panarin wants to wear 72, which is the number he wore in Chicago. It's already taken with the Kings, though... by the mascot! The mascot's name is Bailey. He's named for the late scout, Garnet 'Ace' Bailey. Supposedly, Bailey wears 72 to represent the ideal or average temperature in Los Angeles.

Panarin, acquired from the New York Rangers on Wednesday just before the NHL’s Olympic break trade freeze, will make his Kings debut on Feb. 25 when they host Vegas.

Artemi Panarin, a star forward, has been traded from the New York Rangers to the Los Angeles Kings as part of a team retooling. The player, known for his scoring prowess, has amassed significant career earnings exceeding $100 million.

The Seattle Kraken arose as a surprising bidder in the Artemi Panarin sweepstakes before he accepted a trade to the Los Angeles Kings. Everyone would soon find out that Panarin’s only option was the Kings,