Dreger: Kings looking for a young dynamic LHD

[Raccoon Jesus]

We'll give you Ryan Graves for Kempe

Graves is neither under 25 nor dynamic.

There were literally two criteria and you ignored them both. Impressive.

 

[Rorschach]

We've been saying this since the draft...Ottawa looks like they have LHD prospects/young players and could use more centers, we have the centers, could use LHD...

 

[Michael HOMERUNing]

Graves is neither under 25 nor dynamic.

There were literally two criteria and you ignored them both. Impressive.

Could there be a deal around Sandin and Vilardi? Or Sean Walker

 

[LAKings88]

Walker and Roy (in particular) are great finds that spent time in the AHL.

Clague paid his dues and has offensive flair.

Anderson and Bjornfot are just solid defenders.

Strand had a great camp and could be another find out of nowhere.

If anything, LA should shed Maata but he is the only other truly vet presence.

 

[Ziggy Stardust]

no thanks we already stole Muzzin from you with him

This guy clearly doesn’t know who Bjornfot is.

 

[the_fan]

Graves is neither under 25 nor dynamic.

There were literally two criteria and you ignored them both. Impressive.

Yeah but Graves won the plus minus award

 

[Ziggy Stardust]

Could there be a deal around Sandin and Vilardi? Or Sean Walker

 

[apadilla]

Something around Brannstrom for Vilardi/Turcotte/Byfield, even it out with picks

You have to assume Sens will likely finish in the bottom 5 thus will likely draft one of those 5-6 LHD who are scheduled to be drafted in the top-10 in the 2021 NHL draft *coughHughescough*

Last year's #35 pick Helge Grans might be enough for Brannstrom.

 

[voxel]

We've been saying this since the draft...Ottawa looks like they have LHD prospects/young players and could use more centers, we have the centers, could use LHD...

So Byfield for Sanderson?

I don't see the Sens needing centers or forward prospects - they actually have a good pool with Batherson, Norris, Brady T., and Stutzle.. they also have Formenton.

 

[kingsholygrail]

I don't think they want to burn a year on Bjornfot's ELC, so they're looking for a replacement, possibly a rental. I'm not sure how hard Blake is actually looking though.

 

[unicornpig]

Could there be a deal around Sandin and Vilardi? Or Sean Walker

could there be a deal around bjornfot for matthews. delusional leaf fans.....

 

[belair]

The obvious player the Oilers could offer is Caleb Jones. He wouldn't cost a ton, is very promising, and offensive minded.

I don't know what the Kings have. The Oilers are interested in a promising goalie prospect. Not much else.

Was going to mention him. What's the story with Mike Amadio this year Kings fans? He's looked good in the past, but seems to have taken a step back.

 

[Raccoon Jesus]

Was going to mention him. What's the story with Mike Amadio this year Kings fans? He's looked good in the past, but seems to have taken a step back.

He just never took another step forwards. He was flat out BAD last year, but returned mostly to the previous year's form. He's got good vision and is stout defensively, but a black hole offensively. He's shown a few little flashes this year that suggests there MIGHT be more, but minus injuries, the Kings youngsters have effectively pushed him out (as soon as JAD returns, RIP Amadio).

He's basically a Nick Shore bodysnatcher right now.

 

[kingsholygrail]

Was going to mention him. What's the story with Mike Amadio this year Kings fans? He's looked good in the past, but seems to have taken a step back.

I don't think he's been awful, but offense tends to die when he's on the ice. He's generally responsible. I just think his inability to stand out like the other youngsters is turning him into a whipping boy.

 

[Sol]

There is no reason for the Kings to take on a steep priced LHD unless they think the defense is over performing right now and are going for surety rather than hope. Which makes sense since the defense is super young. But I don't know. I may be out to lunch but I like most of our prospects and what they offer.

Can someone give me the run down on Sandin and his ceiling potential

 

[LAKings88]

Was going to mention him. What's the story with Mike Amadio this year Kings fans? He's looked good in the past, but seems to have taken a step back.

Likely placed on waivers when JAD and Frk return.

 

[apadilla]

Sandin and Amirov for Walker and Vilardi

Neither Sandin or Amirov are ready to step into the Kings lineup. And for two young guys that are thriving in Walker and Vilardi. I can see why you'd make this deal for Toronto. But it's a Big pass for the Kings.

 

[belair]

He just never took another step forwards. He was flat out BAD last year, but returned mostly to the previous year's form. He's got good vision and is stout defensively, but a black hole offensively. He's shown a few little flashes this year that suggests there MIGHT be more, but minus injuries, the Kings youngsters have effectively pushed him out (as soon as JAD returns, RIP Amadio).

He's basically a Nick Shore bodysnatcher right now.

I don't think he's been awful, but offense tends to die when he's on the ice. He's generally responsible. I just think his inability to stand out like the other youngsters is turning him into a whipping boy.

That's really disappointing to hear. Watching him develop in junior, this was the part of his game that seemed to consistently grow to a point where he was essentially dominant.

What part of his offensive game is really lacking? Is his brain just not up to speed?

 

[apadilla]

Whats the best C prospect LA would give up for K'Andre Miller?

I'd say Kupari. He was actually drafted a few picks before Miller and is looking like he might be ready for some NHL action.

 

[Reaper45]

Unless it’s Sergachev or Cernak I’ll pass to be honest.

 

[go4hockey]

Sandin and Amirov for Walker and Vilardi

No thanks from LA Not moving Vilardi

 

[kingsholygrail]

That's really disappointing to hear. Watching him develop in junior, this was the part of his game that seemed to consistently grow to a point where he was essentially dominant.

What part of his offensive game is really lacking? Is his brain just not up to speed?

I'm not really sure. I think he does a lot right, I just don't think he's got that drive. He only has 14 shots.

 

[Reaper45]

That's really disappointing to hear. Watching him develop in junior, this was the part of his game that seemed to consistently grow to a point where he was essentially dominant.

What part of his offensive game is really lacking? Is his brain just not up to speed?

He’s got great vision and has played on the PP but there’s just no finish.

 

[Raccoon Jesus]

That's really disappointing to hear. Watching him develop in junior, this was the part of his game that seemed to consistently grow to a point where he was essentially dominant.

What part of his offensive game is really lacking? Is his brain just not up to speed?

I agree and I was one of his biggest defenders on the Kings forum.

His brain is fine--he doesn't seem willing to engage physically so that takes the slot out of his game. He's big but he's a pillow. He's not going to overpower anyone with a shot. And he's not deceptive at all--so if you can't sneak around in the NHL, you'd better be bigger, faster, stronger, or shoot harder than the next guy, and he's just average at all of the above.

Like I said, not BAD, just not enough. Maybe a change of scenery will do him well--I pointed out that he was a late bloomer in junior and he was in the AHL as well so may happen in the NHL too but Kings have too many hungry kids yanking on his shorts.

 

[go4hockey]

Girard + 3rd

for

Turcotte + Kupari

this is god awful for LA. Your not even in the ball park.