The New York Rangers began training camp for the upcoming 2025-2026 season on Thursday, with players hitting the ice. One such player is superstar Artemi Panarin, who is entering the final year of his seven-year, $81.5 million contract he signed back in 2019. The 33-year-old left winger is still playing at a high level , hence his camp is looking for a new contract.

Thus far, the Rangers and general manager Chris Drury have been unable to find common ground.

On Thursday, both sides shed some light on the contract situation , per NHL.com.

Panarin was asked how important it was that a new contract is in place before this season starts.

“That's obviously good for everyone to feel that security, but I'm not in my first year in hockey, so I'm used to being in those situations, not eve

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