Today marks the two year anniversary of Artemi Panarin signing with the New York Rangers. Needless to say that the deal has been a smashing success for both sides, but it almost didn’t happen.
Thanks to a late monster offer from the Columbus Blue Jackets, the Rangers weren’t sure he was going to accept their deal.
Artemi Panarin decides to become a Ranger
The day after Panarin signed, I confirmed with a team source the Rangers felt very confident Panarin was theirs heading into July 1. However, things went a little sideways late on the eve of free agent frenzy.