Career Timeline of Artemi Panarin: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Artemi Panarin, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Artemi Panarin, a Russian professional ice hockey winger nicknamed "Breadman," currently serves as an alternate captain for the New York Rangers in the NHL. Before joining the Rangers, he played for several teams, including Vityaz Chekov, Ak Bars Kazan, SKA Saint Petersburg, the Chicago Blackhawks, and the Columbus Blue Jackets. He is known for his offensive skill and playmaking abilities.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2010: Undrafted in 2010 NHL Entry Draft

In 2010, Artemi Panarin was not selected in the NHL Entry Draft and continued his hockey career in the KHL.

January 2013: Trade to SKA Saint Petersburg

On 31 January 2013, Artemi Panarin was traded to SKA Saint Petersburg from HC Vityaz in exchange for a draft pick, after producing 18 points in 40 games.

2014: KHL First All-Star Team Selection

In the 2014-15 KHL season, Artemi Panarin recorded 26 goals and 62 points for SKA Saint Petersburg and significantly contributed to their championship run. He was named to the KHL first all-star team for the 2014-15 season.

April 2015: Signs with Chicago Blackhawks

On 29 April 2015, Artemi Panarin signed a two-year entry-level contract with the Chicago Blackhawks of the NHL.

October 2015: First NHL Goal

On 7 October 2015, Artemi Panarin scored his first career NHL goal against Henrik Lundqvist of the New York Rangers, marking the first goal for the defending Stanley Cup champion Blackhawks in their opening game of the 2015-16 season.

2015: NHL Debut and Entry-Level Contract with Blackhawks

In 2015, Artemi Panarin made his NHL debut after signing an entry-level contract with the Chicago Blackhawks. He was originally an undrafted player.

February 2016: First NHL Hat-Trick

On 17 February 2016, Artemi Panarin scored his first career NHL hat-trick in a game against the New York Rangers.

November 2016: First Gordie Howe Hat-Trick

On 9 November 2016, Artemi Panarin recorded his first career Gordie Howe hat-trick in a game against the St. Louis Blues, which included scoring the OT winning goal, an assist, and participating in a fight.

June 2017: Trade to Columbus Blue Jackets

On 23 June 2017, Artemi Panarin was traded to the Columbus Blue Jackets along with Tyler Motte and a sixth-round pick in the 2017 NHL Entry Draft, in exchange for Brandon Saad, Anton Forsberg, and a fifth-round pick in the 2018 NHL Entry Draft.

March 2018: Second Career Hat-Trick

On 20 March 2018, Artemi Panarin scored his second career hat-trick (and added an assist on a goal by Markus Nutivaara) to clinch a 5–3 Columbus win over the New York Rangers.

July 2019: Signs with New York Rangers

On 1 July 2019, Artemi Panarin signed a seven-year, $81.5 million contract with the New York Rangers.

2019: Blue Jackets Franchise Point-Scoring Record

In 2019, Artemi Panarin set a new Blue Jackets-franchise point-scoring record with 87 points and helped the team sweep the Tampa Bay Lightning, marking the first playoff series win in Blue Jackets history and for Panarin's career.

January 2020: Rangers History Maker

In January 2020, Artemi Panarin achieved several milestones with the New York Rangers, including becoming the first player in Rangers history to have 60 points in his first 43 games and setting records for three-point games and points in consecutive games.