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The Kings wouldn't like it, but they could probably match.
They're already exploring moving one of Arvidsson or Iafallo, this would just cement that.
Currently they have ~5mil in cap space to sign Vilardi and a goalie. Common thought amongst Kings fans is Vilardi signs a 1 year bridge for 3-3.5mil to get paid next year when both the cap goes up and Kopi's contract goes down a bit. That leaves only 1.5-2mil for a goalie.
If Vilardi got 6, and they traded one of Arvi or Iafallo, that cap space for a goalie goes up to about 3mil or so.
An offer sheet would force LA's hand, but I think they can feasibly match anything up to the next level of awards going back with one or two corresponding moves that wouldn't drastically change the makeup of the team.