WFAN Radio Host Boomer Esiason said on his show today that Artemi Panarin asked for a two week leave of absence. According to Esiason, Artemi wants to take that time to settle himself and figure out what’s going on in his home country.
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Igor Shesterkin gets the start
Igor Shesterkin has been announced as the starter tomorrow against the Flyers. The 25 year-old is being rewarded for his stellar play as he’s only allowed two goals or less in six of his last seven starts.