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Speculation: LA Kings News, Rumors, Roster Thread 2022-23 Season
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I think that international politics is likely playing a part in this case. There seemed to be a plan and a good line of communication in place 18 months ago based on interviews I listened to.
BringTheReign
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Draft em but don't play em
I said before that I hate to be blunt about it but they are dead to me until they are in north america. As far as I'm concerned for the LA org KHL-bound players are burnt picks.
Can probably get value in a trade to Washington or Florida
johnjm22
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Columbus is near dead last in the league. And now Werenski is out for the season.
I assume they'll be sellers.
What about GAVRIKOV? LHD, 26yo, 6'3" 215lbs. Good underlying metrics. Pending UFA.
I assume they'll be sellers.
What about GAVRIKOV? LHD, 26yo, 6'3" 215lbs. Good underlying metrics. Pending UFA.
Raccoon Jesus
Draft em but don't play em
He's come up before and I don't see how we wouldn't be all for it depending on the price.
KingsFan7824
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Not that weird. It was like that for 45-50 years.
Sure, just much closer to the deadline.
I think he is a great fit, will come cheaper than Chychrun. Tough dude, minutes eater, who is also durable. UFA so will need a new contract and a raise, but don't think it would be anything earth shattering (5-5.5). Think his steady game would work well with a young Clarke.
Raccoon Jesus
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Moves in advance of the trip.
All of which makes sense.
Just have to hope Brandt doesn't get targeted like the other kids...again
Lias makes sense as a bottom line grinder imo, let's hope he shows out!!
I was just thinking the other day that I was sad for Lias because he is killing it in the NHL and is bottom 6 caliber in the NHL, but like so many in this organization, when you are flush with prospects like this they get lost in the logjam. One of the harsh realities of building a team like this is you will have kids that dedicate their whole lives to this and get swept away for things out of their control where maybe they would have succeeded had it been any place else... Glad that he will get a look. I am sure he will be hungry.
Raccoon Jesus
Draft em but don't play em
Similarly, I'd love to see Moverare get a game or two
Definitely. Spence needs his spot too. Low key hoping that Madden and Thomas get a few games as well as it is starting to get up there for them. Hopefully, if we don't utilize some of these kids, Blake finds some trades to send them somewhere they get a better shot.
johnjm22
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Every time this team is trying to hold a lead, it feels like it's on shaky ground.
Remember when TM was coach and the Kings had that ridiculous streak of never blowing a leader after 2 periods? It was like 40 games or something.
Maybe the NHL has just changed, but I really want to Blake shore up the D.
Remember when TM was coach and the Kings had that ridiculous streak of never blowing a leader after 2 periods? It was like 40 games or something.
Maybe the NHL has just changed, but I really want to Blake shore up the D.
Let him marinate in the K and come ready to go in 3 years. Watch him refuse to sign with us and goes to the Hawks. Lol.
Raccoon Jesus
Draft em but don't play em
Right to the Kings at 32 baby
Wow LA with the absolute steal of the draft!
Matvei Michkov has signed the KHL's first 20-year contract
KingsFan7824
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But he hasn't killed it at the NHL level, in 109 games, in 2 organizations. It'll be great if he does something with his next chance.
kingsboy11
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I'm fine with bringing up Lias for now, but we know what he brings to the table. At some point this year we have to get an extended look at Fagemo and Thomas. and obviously bring back Byfield eventually. I believe both need waivers next year and we need to see if they're NHL quality.
Choralone
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Moverare plays a nice, steady, Scuderi-like game. I think he could be a perfect 7th D for us, but of course it would be great if he could be more.
KingsFan7824
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Fagemo and Thomas will get extended looks only if there are even more injuries. If Kupari keeps showing he's better today than Byfield in the role they have available, Byfield is staying in Ontario.
If Fagemo and Thomas do well enough in Ontario this year, they'll find a place for them on the roster next year. Just like Vilardi and JAD this year after last year.
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