L.A. Lariviere: Artemi Panarin’s agent said that it’s unlikely that he gets traded this offseason. Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen does want to know where he stands.
L.A. Lariviere of TVA Sports: Panarin’s agent said that Blue Jackets GM Kekalainen will travel to Russia to meet up with Panarin for an informal meeting.
There have been some reports that Panarin wants to be traded, but Panarin’s agent Dan Milstein said the rumors are unfounded.
“He is not in a hurry to sign a new agreement. He wants to take his time and know the intentions of the organization, “nuanced the agent.