Sharks Rumored for Panarin Blockbuster

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From the Daily News Now Network, this is San Jose Sharks News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. The San Jose Sharks are playing like contenders, not a rebuilding team, and now rumors are swirling about a blockbuster trade for New York Rangers. Star Artemi Panarin.

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The Rangers pulled the 34-year-old winger from their lineup tonight for roster management, basically to protect him from injury ahead of a potential deal. They have no plans to re-sign him, so he's likely done playing for the Blue Shirts before the Olympic break. Panarin has a no-movement clause in his contract, but reports say he might waive it if a team offers an extension.

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That doesn't mean a trade to San Jose is imminent, though.

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Expect heavy competition for the offensive wizard, who's still producing at a point-per-game pace this season with 19 goals and 57 points in 52 games. Fans and analysts are buzzing about Pennerin's stellar career. Over 11 NHL seasons with Chicago, Columbus, and New York, the six-foot Russian has racked up 321 goals and 927 points in just 804 games.

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He snagged the Calder Trophy as top rookie in 2016 and made first-team All-Star in 2020 and 2024.

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Meanwhile, the Sharks are holding the final wild-card spot in the Western Conference, powered by young superstar Macklin Celebrini. They've won 14 of their last 22 games, showing real momentum.