The LA Kings lost their seventh straight game tonight, and are quickly sliding down the NHL standings. The Kings find themselves in the 8th and final playoff spot in the west, only four points up on the ninth place Anaheim Mighty Ducks, and five points up on the tenth place Minnesota Wild. Anaheim has three games in hand, while the Wild have one. Coming into tonight, the Wild were 7-3 in their last ten, while Anaheim was 6-2-2 in their last ten. The Kings are interested in Samsonov, that I know for sure. A goaltender may also be what this team needs, do I dare bring up Ed Belfour's name? That could work...also, Minnesota and Anaheim are both expected to make a few moves to not only increase their chances at the playoffs this year, but to also improve their future. Upcoming UFA's could be dealt for younger players who will make an impact now, and years down the road. All three teams are teams to watch as we head towards that March deadline. If you read the Rumour Mill section, you would have noticed that Kuba and Roloson for St. Louis trade rumour. A package like that is very possible.
Speaking of trades, Sergei Gonchar was a healthy scratch tonight. Start speculating...
I have to mention the spanking the Rangers gave the Sens tonight! Jagr really has returned to his elite form, while Lundqvist is a serious contender for that calder trophy.
Thats all for tonight, more to come tomorrow!
