The New York Rangers healthy-scratched Artemi Panarin for roster-related reasons, according to Mollie Walker of the New York Post. Not only did Panarin sit Wednesday night against the New York Islanders, but Walker shared that he won’t be back in the lineup before the upcoming Olympic break.

With the retool official and the Rangers looking for trade partners, who might they get back? Let's break it down.

The New York Rangers face the New York Islanders Wednesday at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York. Puck drop is set for 7 p.m. ET.

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Snapshots from the New York Islanders' win over the New York Rangers on January 28th, 2026. Photo credit: Dennis DaSilva, Sam Johnston, Emeline Malkin/New York Islanders and Steven Ryan/NHLI via Getty Images

The New York Rangers are preparing for Artemi Panarin's eventual exit with this recent move, signaling a deal could be close. The post Rangers Preparing for Panarin’s Eventual Exit with this Move appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Just a few seasons ago, the New York Rangers were at the top of the league, Presidents’ Trophy winners. Now, New York is 22-25-6 and fighting to keep their season alive.

The Boston Bruins suffered a 4-3 overtime loss to the New York Rangers on Monday on the road. Boston led 3-2 after the second period, as Pastrnak assisted on all three goals to record 900 career points.