Chicago Blackhawks’ Artemi Panarin: 3 Reasons To Trade Him

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Mar 31, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Blackhawks left wing Artemi Panarin (72), second from left, celebrates after he scores a goal with Chicago Blackhawks left wing Richard Panik (14) and Chicago Blackhawks right wing Patrick Kane (88) during the first period of their game against the Columbus Blue Jackets at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports /

Panarin would bring the highest return

Given Panarin’s accomplishments, there is little doubt that of all the movable pieces on the Blackhawks’ roster, they’d get the most bang for the buck with the Bread Man.

With Bowman’s known transaction prowess (for the most part anyway), there is a good chance the Hawks’ could land one, if not two solid defensemen, and maybe even a draft pick as well. Given the types of speculative returns for Panarin, the Bread Man offers the ‘Hawks the quickest way to fix their defensive woes.

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Now Panarin getting traded is certainly very unlikely, but it’s needs to be admitted and understood by the right people that the Blackhawks’ defense is in serious trouble, and all options need to be on the table to find the right solution.

FOR THE DAGGER!