Frequently Asked Questions
Did Artemi Panarin confirm he's returning to the Chicago Blackhawks?
No, Panarin did not confirm he's returning to Chicago. He said he wants to test free agency and when asked if he missed Chicago, he said he's enjoying Columbus right now and not thinking about Chicago.
What did Artemi Panarin say about Patrick Kane and his former Blackhawks teammates?
Panarin said Chicago is a good team and he misses his friends there. He specifically mentioned that his friends like him and that Kane likes him.
Why did Artemi Panarin switch agents?
Panarin joined his teammate Sergei Bobrovsky's agent, Paul Theofanous. This led to speculation that Panarin and Bobrovsky could be a package deal in free agency.
What did Panarin say about Stan Bowman trading him from Chicago?
Panarin criticized Stan Bowman for not informing him about the trade beforehand, saying Bowman just traded him without asking. He contrasted this with Columbus GM Jarmo Kekalainen's approach to business.
Will Artemi Panarin re-sign with the Columbus Blue Jackets?
Panarin indicated he likely won't re-sign with Columbus. When asked if there was a chance he'd stay, he said yes but his delivery suggested otherwise, and he emphasized wanting to test free agency for the first time.