Speculation: LA Kings with heavy interest in Landeskog

[YP44]

Would it be that Boyle replaces McNabb on the unprotected list and Forbort gets protected? Hope they take Boyle? Does Boyle have another year on the contract?

RE: Kane and his issues.

So he's had issues in Winnipeg and Buffalo so someone mentioned "Imagine him in LA". I totally understand that line of reasoning but, on the flip side, maybe he would be happy for the first time since he'd be in a great city (i.e. major metro area, weather etc.) plus the fact that he wouldn't have too much scrutiny on him in the media as he surely did in Winnipeg and has now in Buffalo.

I would love the team to take a chance on him at the right cost.

Let's face it Buffalo and Winnipeg aren't exactly premier travel destinations. That said is LA still the only team with a hired position that is just to help players with issues away from the rink? Forget what the role was called but they introduced it during the BS summer.

If so then wouldn't the Kings be the most likely franchise to help him keep his head on straight?

 

[Ollie Weeks]

You expose McNabb and roll the dice that his UFA status after next season makes him unappealing. Forbort absolutely needs protection.

 

[YP44]

You expose McNabb and roll the dice that his UFA status after next season makes him unappealing. Forbort absolutely needs protection.

I agree I would rather protect Forbort out of the two.

 

[AlphaBravo]

so to understand your logic you'd rather trade McNabb than lose him in the expansion? Meaning you'd rather lose him and say Lewis or him and Forbort than just him?

We don't have to lose Forbort, and I am fine with Vegas taking Lewis. I know Lewis is a good defensive forward, but every team is going to lose a decent player in the expansion draft. Lewis can be replaced, no big deal.

If we trade McNabb, we protect 8 skaters: Doughty, Martinez, Muzzin, Forbort, Carter, Kopitar, Toffoli, Pearson. Unfortunately, Dowd will be left exposed, but I would rather lose Dowd than Forbort considering replacing a top 4 defenseman is harder than a 3rd line center.

 

[johnjm22]

When it comes down to it, I think Kopitar and Gaborik will eventually produce for us. That's why I don't think DL should be focused on acquiring a scoring winger.

 

[BigKing]

Let's face it Buffalo and Winnipeg aren't exactly premier travel destinations. That said is LA still the only team with a hired position that is just to help players with issues away from the rink? Forget what the role was called but they introduced it during the BS summer.

If so then wouldn't the Kings be the most likely franchise to help him keep his head on straight?

Agreed. You got me while I was adding on to the original post

 

[AlphaBravo]

Let's face it Buffalo and Winnipeg aren't exactly premier travel destinations. That said is LA still the only team with a hired position that is just to help players with issues away from the rink? Forget what the role was called but they introduced it during the BS summer.

If so then wouldn't the Kings be the most likely franchise to help him keep his head on straight?

Also, Kane will likely live in the South Bay, which is very different than urban LA. I think he is worth a chance, considering his contract is not long term, also the Kings seem to have a good support group in the locker room, maybe he will shift attitude.

 

[BigKing]

When it comes down to it, I think Kopitar and Gaborik will eventually produce for us. That's why I don't think DL should be focused on acquiring a scoring winger.

I'm also fine with standing pat. A trade would sure be exciting though.

 

[AlphaBravo]

Unlike past years, I think the Kings should not make any risky moves to make another cup run, considering we are not as close to being contenders. But the idea of somehow unloading Brown's contract, even at a step cost, will go a long way. For example, although I am against trading Muzzin or Martinez, if some team is so desperate for a top 4 this season, I wouldn't mind sacrificing the year and packaging Brown and either Muzzin and Martinez in a deal. I don't think this will happen, but if that offer came along, I would do it. Opens up a lot of cap space for next year.

 

[kingsholygrail]

Let's face it Buffalo and Winnipeg aren't exactly premier travel destinations. That said is LA still the only team with a hired position that is just to help players with issues away from the rink? Forget what the role was called but they introduced it during the BS summer.

If so then wouldn't the Kings be the most likely franchise to help him keep his head on straight?

Kings are the only team that employs someone full-time for that position. Other teams hire temps when they have off-ice issues to counsel the players and such and then let them go. Kings want to have a full on staff member that deals with the players on a day by day basis regarding potential off-ice issues.

I actually think the rest of the league may end up following suit down the road. It's really a smart move.

 

[Trolfoli]

If Lombardi traded a defender for a forward the protected 7/3...

Kopitar/Carter/Pearson/Toffoli/Lewis/Gaborik/NewGuy from trade.
Doughty/Martinez/Forbort

That would leave
King: UFA
Dowd, 1 year in Vegas till UFA
McNabb, 1 year in Vegas till UFA

Brown, Clifford, Nolan, Shore, Andy

The game is to leave Brown as the best/only option for Vegas to take.

 

[Cook24]

If Lombardi traded a defender for a forward the protected 7/3...

Kopitar/Carter/Pearson/Toffoli/Lewis/Gaborik/NewGuy from trade.
Doughty/Martinez/Forbort

That would leave
King: UFA
Dowd, 1 year in Vegas till UFA
McNabb, 1 year in Vegas till UFA

Brown, Clifford, Nolan, Shore, Andy

The game is to leave Brown as the best/only option for Vegas to take.

I'd protect Dowd over Lewis. And I wouldn't mind seeing Gaborik unprotected, though he probably wouldn't get picked anyways

 

[Trolfoli]

I'd protect Dowd over Lewis. And I wouldn't mind seeing Gaborik unprotected, though he probably wouldn't get picked anyways

Dowd vs Lewis came down to contract length. Lewis is signed for some time and would be a solid forward for Vegas. I don't think Vegas is looking at guys that will hit UFA after one year (Dowd/McNabb).

Also wouldn't mind leaving Gaborik unprotected, but if you're trying to leave Brown as the best option for Vegas, you might need to protect Gaborik.

Instead of asking who to protect, the question should be: How to get Vegas to take Brown.

 

[YP44]

If Lombardi traded a defender for a forward the protected 7/3...

Kopitar/Carter/Pearson/Toffoli/Lewis/Gaborik/NewGuy from trade.
Doughty/Martinez/Forbort

That would leave
King: UFA
Dowd, 1 year in Vegas till UFA
McNabb, 1 year in Vegas till UFA

Brown, Clifford, Nolan, Shore, Andy

The game is to leave Brown as the best/only option for Vegas to take.

I protect Brown before Gaborik.

 

[YP44]

Dowd vs Lewis came down to contract length. Lewis is signed for some time and would be a solid forward for Vegas. I don't think Vegas is looking at guys that will hit UFA after one year (Dowd/McNabb).

Also wouldn't mind leaving Gaborik unprotected, but if you're trying to leave Brown as the best option for Vegas, you might need to protect Gaborik.

Instead of asking who to protect, the question should be: How to get Vegas to take Brown.

The question should be how to get Vegas to take Gaborik.

 

[KingsFan7824]

Why is anyone protecting Brown or Gaborik?

 

[KingsHockey24]

Protected :

Kopitar, Carter, Toffoli, Pearson, Landeskog, Dowd, Shore.

Doughty, Muzzin, Forbort.

Exposed:

Gaborik, Brown, Lewis, King, Clifford, Nolan, Andreoff, McNabb, Greene.


And then something around Martinez for Landeskog.

 

[YP44]

Protected :

Kopitar, Carter, Toffoli, Pearson, Landeskog, Dowd, Shore.

Doughty, Muzzin, Forbort.

Exposed:

Gaborik, Brown, Lewis, King, Clifford, Nolan, Andreoff, McNabb, Greene.


And then something around Martinez for Landeskog.

I agree with your protected if that deal can happen. If it is muzzin than you protect Martinez.

 

[SettlementRichie10]

I don't think Dean protects Brown or Gaborik. He definitely protects Forbort over Mcnabb. Dowd's an odd man out, too.

Vegas is taking Mcnabb or Dowd. I don't see any plausible variation where those players are passed over for Brown/Gaborik.

MAYBE McPhee goes after Gaborik, considering his fondness for skilled euros. But Gaborik would have to pot at least 15 on the year for McPhee to consider.

No one is taking Brown. Not in a trade. Not in the expansion draft.

 

[KingCanadain1976]

If Lombardi traded a defender for a forward the protected 7/3...

Kopitar/Carter/Pearson/Toffoli/Lewis/Gaborik/NewGuy from trade.
Doughty/Martinez/Forbort

That would leave
King: UFA
Dowd, 1 year in Vegas till UFA
McNabb, 1 year in Vegas till UFA

Brown, Clifford, Nolan, Shore, Andy

The game is to leave Brown as the best/only option for Vegas to take.

i think your forgetting a very possible ufa in budja Hes showing he can still play in this league and a very possible pick from vegas.

 

[onlyalad]

i think your forgetting a very possible ufa in budja Hes showing he can still play in this league and a very possible pick from vegas.

Vegas can't pick UFAs
They just sign them.
Zatkoff is here so they can protect Quick

 

[YP44]

i think your forgetting a very possible ufa in budja Hes showing he can still play in this league and a very possible pick from vegas.

they will have better options out there though. Maclom Subban could be had as their back up with one of Fluery/Murray as starter.

Also Raanta cold be likely available, but if I am Vegas I take a D from the rangers.

 

[YP44]

Vegas can't pick UFAs
They just sign them.
Zatkoff is here so they can protect Quick

Why can't Vegas pick UFAs? I thought they had to take a minimum of 20 players that have contracts next year. The remaining 10 could be RFA and UFA

 

[JureEe]

Why can't Vegas pick UFAs? I thought they had to take a minimum of 20 players that have contracts next year. The remaining 10 could be RFA and UFA

they can sign Budaj and still get someone from kings org. we need to extend Budaj

 

[BigKing]

I don't think Dean protects Brown or Gaborik. He definitely protects Forbort over Mcnabb. Dowd's an odd man out, too.

Vegas is taking Mcnabb or Dowd. I don't see any plausible variation where those players are passed over for Brown/Gaborik.

MAYBE McPhee goes after Gaborik, considering his fondness for skilled euros. But Gaborik would have to pot at least 15 on the year for McPhee to consider.

No one is taking Brown. Not in a trade. Not in the expansion draft.

You're forgetting my tin foil hat theory that Vegas will take Gaborik as a "thank you" to the the LA Kings for helping build a hockey market in Vegas and to AEG for building the arena.

Then the main board will explode.