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Kings: Overreaction trade Los Angeles must make amid inconsistent start to NHL season

The Los Angeles Kings won big against the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday night. It was a win they certainly needed. Los Angeles cruised to a 7-2 triumph over Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks. But there remains a…

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 6:47 AM
Kings: Overreaction trade Los Angeles must make amid inconsistent start to NHL season
Key Things to Know
  • ClutchPoints argues the Los Angeles Kings should pursue a trade for Boston Bruins center Pavel Zacha.
  • The Los Angeles Kings recently defeated the San Jose Sharks 7-2 under head coach Peter Laviolette.
  • Pavel Zacha is set to become an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Tristin McKinstry of ClutchPoints argues that the Los Angeles Kings should target Boston Bruins center Pavel Zacha in a trade to address roster needs. Despite a recent 7-2 victory over the San Jose Sharks, McKinstry writes that the Kings face questions under head coach Peter Laviolette due to having the league's oldest roster.

With general manager Ken Holland aiming to contend, the writer highlights Zacha as a pending free agent whose potential market value might force Boston to consider a midseason trade. McKinstry notes Los Angeles has the projected cap space and assets to facilitate such a deal.

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