In a shocking move, the Los Angeles Kings have acquired goaltender Joonas Korpisalo and defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov from the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for Jonathan Quick and draft picks. While it clearly improves the resources available to coach Todd McLellan, including Quick in the package wasn’t something openly expected as a possibility even just […]
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Notes on Mikey Anderson Contract Extension
As first reported by The Fourth Period, defenseman Mikey Anderson has agreed to an eight-year contract extension with the LA Kings at an average annual value (AAV) of $4,125,000 per season. His new deal will run through the 2030-31 season. Originally selected in the fourth round (103rd overall) at the 2017 NHL Draft, Anderson immediately […]
Kings Opening Night Roster Coming Together; Updates on Durzi and Anderson Contracts
Putting together an NHL team’s opening night roster is quite similar to finishing a complicated jigsaw puzzle — for both the Head Coach and General Manager. In the case of Rob Blake, he moved two of his final pieces into place with contracts for Gabe Vilardi and Jaret Anderson-Dolan on Saturday. That leaves two young […]
How to Trade for a Defenseman: Updated LA Kings Salary Cap Situation
Tuesday’s LA Kings media call with newly acquired forward Kevin Fiala and GM Rob Blake brought some clarity to the team’s roster situation. Or did it? Essentially, Blake confirmed two items we reported last week about the defense – right-handed Sean Walker could open the season on the left side and they plan to re-sign […]
Kings Salary Cap Update After Fiala Trade; What’s Next for LA Defense?
When the LA Kings 2021-22 season ended in mid-May after a seven-game series with the Edmonton Oilers, GM Rob Blake had a clear mission as he looked ahead to October. LA Kings offseason plans: — Add a goal scoring winger — Add some toughness — Add a power play — The Mayor | John Hoven […]