The next time Artemi Panarin plays at the United Center in Chicago it likely won’t be in a Blue Jackets uniform.
But it also likely won’t be in a Blackhawks uniform, either, after the Russian winger provided a blunt answer when asked if former teammate Patrick Kane would influence his free agency decision.
And then a kick in the crotch to #Blackhawks fans ...
Asked if Kane possibly reaching out to him in the summer would influence his decision in free agency, Panarin gave a one-word reply.