Eklund Rumor: Laine wanting to go to ANA or LAK (mod warning OP)

[Flyer lurker]

Its dwayne so take it for what its worth.
But I would be curious what Kings fan would offer. Ducks I don't see the package where either team would be happy (i.e. no Zegras no Laine).
HockeyBuzz.com - Eklund - Patrik Laine Has Let It Be Known He Would Extend with Kings or Ducks. (E4)

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[ottomaddox]

Shut
THE
Front
DOOR.

well...we'll see how this goes.

It's possible.

 

[Seachd]

Not sure why Winnipeg would care where he wants to go.

 

[Flyer lurker]

Not sure why Winnipeg would care where he wants to go.

"Dwayne" saying Laine would extend long term for the 2 teams which would increase value in theory.

 

[Jacob]

Does he wanna become a celebrity?

 

[MessierII]

Does he wanna become a celebrity?

He’s more of a celebrity in Winnipeg then he’ll ever be in LA.

 

[KingTech]

"Dwayne" saying Laine would extend long term for tbe 2 teams which would increase value in theory.

On the other hand it also limits offers. Fagemo, Spence, Amadio and a 2nd is about all I would offer and I'm sure they won't take it

 

[Jumptheshark]

Not sure why Winnipeg would care where he wants to go.

they don't and if defies logic why Laine would want to go to teams that in the process of rebuilding since the price if him would send the teams back a step

 

[KingTech]

they don't and if defies logic why Laine would want to go to teams that in the process of rebuilding since the price if him would send the teams back a step

Two words for u cap space to resign

 

[Rabid Ranger]

they don't and if defies logic why Laine would want to go to teams that in the process of rebuilding since the price if him would send the teams back a step

I don't know what the Kings' cap situation is but don't they have the assets to make this kind of trade without gutting their team? I mean, they are sitting on three top flight center prospects.

 

[MMC]

Its dwayne so take it for what its worth.
But I would be curious what Kings fan would offer. Ducks I don't see the package where either team would be happy (i.e. no Zegras no Laine).
HockeyBuzz.com - Eklund - Patrik Laine Has Let It Be Known He Would Extend with Kings or Ducks. (E4)

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[KingTech]

I don't know what the Kings' cap situation is but don't they have the assets to make this kind of trade without gutting their team? I mean, they are sitting on three top flight center prospects.

kings have like 12 million in cap space Next year we gain another 9 with dion cap hit going down and kolvchuk off the books cap is not really a issue.
The kings have probably the best prospect pool in the nhl. The real question is does la really want to spend this much on a winger even if hes a elite one

 

[Go Wings]

Well I think the Kings are really good trade partners for Winnipeg. The Kings are deep in prospects. They can give a young center whether it be Turcotte or Vilardi. Then add a winger like Kaliyev, Thomas or Fagemo. Then some picks as well.

If Winnipeg wants more NHL players the Kings could give them Iafallo.

It is going to be a lot to give up for the Kings but for a 22 year old 6'5 scorer I think it would be worth it.

 

[BatVader]

Well I think the Kings are really good trade partners for Winnipeg. The Kings are deep in prospects. They can give a young center whether it be Turcotte or Vilardi. Then add a winger like Kaliyev, Thomas or Fagemo. Then some picks as well.

If Winnipeg wants more NHL players the Kings could give them Iafallo.

It is going to be a lot to give up for the Kings but for a 22 year old 6'5 scorer I think it would be worth it.

I think the Jets would want established NHL guys instead of prospects... at least as a main piece coming back.

 

[Rabid Ranger]

kings have like 12 million in cap space Next year we gain another 9 with dion cap hit going down and kolvchuk off the books cap is not really a issue.
The kings have probably the best prospect pool in the nhl. The real question is does la really want to spend this much on a winger even if hes a elite one

Well, Laine would represent an element the Kings haven't had since...Robitaille? I think he would fit in well with their future plans.

 

[pucksakes666]

Hope management just sits him and lets him rot. Hasn't worked to improve his play he'll be out of the league in a few years if his attitude doesnt change.

 

[KingTech]

Well, Laine would represent an element the Kings haven't had since...Robitaille? I think he would fit in well with their future plans.

The Kings already have 2 players in the 10 million price range. I think it will hurt in the long run having to resign all the prospects to 2nd contracts It all depends on cost of getting him if its to much not worth it .

 

[Phil Kessels Hot Dog]

Not sure why Winnipeg would care where he wants to go.

Because he'd be willing to extend. 8 years of Laine is worth more than 3.

 

[jrs]

If dubios really wanted to come to Winnipeg (family) I wonder if there’s a 3 way trade that could be done here

 

[CanadienShark]

This seems unfounded and ridiculous. As usual.

Also, why would it matter where he wants to go? He gets no say.

 

[Reaper45]

If this is true, Laine is more interested in getting a tan than winning hockey games.

Which is exactly what the Kings don’t need. Stay pasty in the Peg Laine.

 

[Poppy Whoa Sonnet]

Presumably he can "control" where he goes cause he would sign a long term deal post trade and that would up the return? I don't see either organization being interested in committing long term to Laine at this time.

 

[Go Wings]

I think the Jets would want established NHL guys instead of prospects... at least as a main piece coming back.

What they want and what they are going to get might not be the same thing. If you can get 2 really good prospects in say Turcotte and Kailyev plus a lottery or top 10 protected first round pick you take it.

They could solve so many of Winnipegs problems and it gives LA a young game breaking winger.

 

[Flyer lurker]

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[McFlash97]

What a loser. Making millions..now wanting to trash on the team that drafted him to also bask in the sun while making them millions.