When we talk about the most important players for the New York Rangers, somewhere near the top of this list will be winger Artemi Panarin. As one of the best players in the league, Panarin did not have the postseason that most people expected from him when he was at his sparkling best. Silent after the first game, the star Russian will need to prove that he can be that guy for the Blueshirts in the postseason.
With growing discontent regarding the former Blackhawk and Blue Jacket from the Blueshirts fanbase, Panarin is under some severe pressure.