On February 17, 2016, a memorable chapter was written in Blackhawks history.
Artemi Panarin scored his first hat trick, propelling the team to a 5-3 win over the Rangers.
Panarin's incredible showing showcased his talent and left fans in awe. However, it also sparked questions about Stan Bowman's decision to trade him away.
Artemi Panarin Traded to Blue Jackets for Brandon Saad in Multi-Player Deal. The Chicago Blackhawks and Columbus Blue Jackets completed a blockbuster trade Friday that sent forward Brandon Saad back to the Windy City in exchange for forward Artemi Panarin, the Blackhawks announced
Panarin is on pace to triple Saad's point total this season, and has for the past four years.
Despite the trade, Panarin's hat trick will forever be remembered as a testament to his skill and impact on the Blackhawks.
