NHL trade rumors: Panarin Talk and Barry Trotz exit ignite deadline buzz

The current NHL trade rumors center on New York Rangers player Artemi Panarin, who wants to sign a contract extension before he joins another team, which includes the Kings, Capitals, and Red Wings as potential suitors. The Nashville Predators are currently searching for a new general manager while they consider trading Ryan O’Reilly, Michael Bunting, Michael McCarron, and Nick Perbix before the March 6 trade deadline.