It’s deadline season!

Halfwall said:
I'm thinking the Kings will be buyers which seems stupid but with so many teams now out of it it might make sense. Maybe trade Perry but if Holland can gets some upgrades for next season it may be worth it. I know everyone hates the Dumolin and Ceci signings but that was what was available. Injuries have now crippled their ability to do a full on rebuild. If the oil lose tonight and we somehow beat the Islanders...
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I agree with this. See who is available at the deadline, use the cap space, and improve with the eye on next year.
Only concern is deadline prices are typically higher. But, more importantly there are players who will only be available at the deadline. Not all players in the deadline market are going to be free agents.
Players with term beyond this year are only going to be available at the deadline (or via trade later), and that includes guys like Elias and Thomas. The goal is an upgraded roster and you get those upgrades when they become available.
 
Seriously does anyone believe the Kings still have a shot at the playoffs, even with losing the last six out of seven. Colorado played down to the Kings until it mattered. Colorado did not play down to the Ducks as the Ducks are a playoff team. In the last 7 games, the Kings have beat one team and that team is below them in the standings. I believe Holland is smart enough to understand that this team is limited and the teams ahead of the Kings are not. The Kings already brought in an outstanding goal scorer.
 
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I don’t see much if any downside in picking up Laine for a 5th or lower. Might cut short a longer look at Wright or Connors when Armia and Moore are back in, but if Laine does well then that’s intriguing too. In a one year-contract type of way.
 
ICE24 said:
Seriously does anyone believe the Kings still have a shot at the playoffs, even with losing the last six out of seven. Colorado played down to the Kings until it mattered. Colorado did not play down to the Ducks as the Ducks are a playoff team. In the last 7 games, the Kings have beat one team and that team is below them in the standings. I believe Holland is smart enough to understand that this team is limited and the teams ahead of the Kings are not. The Kings already brought in an outstanding goal scorer.
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I think that any move the Kings make now is geared toward next season. I don't think there are significant UFAs available over the summer so if they can pick up another C at a decent price now that helps set the table for next season, why not.
 
Clif said:
I don’t see much if any downside in picking up Laine for a 5th or lower. Might cut short a longer look at Wright or Connors when Armia and Moore are back in, but if Laine does well then that’s intriguing too. In a one year-contract type of way.
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It’s pretty clear the Kings lack NHL level wingers and forwards in general. Laine is probably not a long term fit but if he’s healthy and he comes cheap I’ve got no problems adding him onto this sinking ship if only for a glorified tryout.
 
Luc was on Mason & Ireland this week and he mentioned that they were open to adding at the deadline. If I recall correctly, he reiterated that the 1st rounder was not in play. Sounded a bit pessimistic about making the playoffs given the rash of injuries. Didn't sound like a guy thinking his job was in jeopardy for whatever that is worth.
 
Kings has 11 millions in cap after Fiala injury,why not try to get someone who can help to get in playoffs
P.S Look at Chicago and Ducks cap 🤯
 

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Statue4Deano said:
It’s pretty clear the Kings lack NHL level wingers and forwards in general. Laine is probably not a long term fit but if he’s healthy and he comes cheap I’ve got no problems adding him onto this sinking ship if only for a glorified tryout.
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Especially not if Montreal are looking to shed salary for another deal before the playoffs. That what we could capitalize on our cap situation and get a pretty good pick along with Laine.
 
emsomaso said:
Isn’t it a bit early to put Panarin in the same category as that dreadful company…
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Ok Ill reserve judgement but I'll go on record as not a fan of that signing. But really do we need another winger/center who only plays well when they feel like it and the rest of the time just slugs it out like sloth only looking for his paycheck.

Like how many times do we stick our hand in the fire before we finally figure out its hot..... :fpalm:
 
I wouldn’t be so quick to judge Panarin, but I also think his talents will go to waste if we don’t actually get some offensively skilled centers. Obviously those days are well over for Kopitar, and neither Byfield or Turcotte are worth a sh*t. This is one of the only real reasons I would be interested in seeing the Kings try for Petterson, although I’m afraid that sort of combination would also be extremely soft.
 
dneprovec said:
Kings has 11 millions in cap after Fiala injury,why not try to get someone who can help to get in playoffs
P.S Look at Chicago and Ducks cap 🤯
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Even if the Kings do make the playoffs, they're not getting out of the first round (again), so they shouldn't do anything stupid. This season is a bust, so plan for the future.
 
Clif said:
I don’t see much if any downside in picking up Laine for a 5th or lower. Might cut short a longer look at Wright or Connors when Armia and Moore are back in, but if Laine does well then that’s intriguing too. In a one year-contract type of way.
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Looks like people already went there, Cliff. Disregard.
 
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