Artemi Panarin joins Kings, makes immediate impact in 2025-26 season

Artemi Panarin was acquired by the Los Angeles Kings from the New York Rangers on February 4, 2026. He made an immediate impact, recording 9 goals and 18 assists in 26 regular-season games, maintaining a point-per-game average. In the playoffs, Panarin led the Kings with 2 goals and 3 points in 4 games. His arrival bolsters the Kings’ offense as they look ahead to the 2026-27 season with hopes of improvement. With coach Peter Laviolette reuniting with Panarin, there are expectations for continued offensive development alongside teammate Adrian Kempe.

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