On Friday, the Los Angeles Kings traded center Phillip Danault to the Montreal Canadiens for a second-round pick owned by the Columbus Blue Jackets. Despite Danault’s lackluster performance this season, the move creates uncertainty for the Kings, especially with Anze Kopitar retiring soon. The team currently has $9.3 million in cap space and multiple draft picks, but acquiring a notable center may prove challenging. With playoff aspirations, the Kings need to assess their lineup and possibly make further roster adjustments.
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