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Forum: Armchair-GM13 hours ago
Thread: Kings probably not going for Forsberg
<div class="quote"><div class="quote_t">Quoting: <b>tryger</b></div><div>I agree, I also think Kempe will likely get done and both he and Iafallo will be part of this team for years to come. Blake seemed pretty clear he wanted to sign Kempe long term and Kempe’s camp seems to be on the same page. I know Kempe can be flukey, but let’s hope it works out and he can keep his scoring going.

I realistically see us going all in on Chychrun and going after another budget top-6 option.</div></div>

I think the "budget top-six option" will be Kaliyev, at least to start next season. I think they will try to bring in some muscle this summer, and I think they will explore some LHD options. Blake isn't going to overpay for Chychrun, so hopefully the asking price will come down to something reasonable.

If Kaliyev doesn't continue to make forward strides next season (on pace for 25-30g by December), then I think the Kings will explore the trade market for scoring help before the deadline. But there's no reason to break the bank on a free agent or trade acquisition if you already have the players that you need in the organization waiting to emerge.
Forum: Armchair-GMYesterday at 1:58 p.m.
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