Artemi Panarin's long-awaited arrival in Columbus is finally here.
The Russian forward is set to meet with local media on Wednesday, August 30 at 10:30 a.m. in Nationwide Arena. 1st Ohio Battery will have full coverage of the press conference as it unfolds, and it will also be streamed live on the Blue Jackets' official website.
This marks the first time that Panarin is meeting with Columbus media. He has recently given interviews to Russian websites and publications about the trade.
Blue Jackets training camp begins September 15 with on-ice drills beginning the following day. Hockey is almost here.