The Los Angeles Kings have traded for forward Andrei Kuzmenko from the Philadelphia Flyers, giving up a 2027 third-round pick. Kuzmenko's time with the Flyers was short-lived, totaling just seven games during which he notched five points. His performance has significantly dropped since his impressive rookie season with the Vancouver Canucks. While seeking to invigorate their offensive struggles, the Kings' management, led by Rob Blake, hopes Kuzmenko can return to form, despite his notable decline in scoring this season, amidst a lackluster team performance overall.
The Los Angeles Kings have acquired forward Andrei Kuzmenko from the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for a 2027 third-round pick.
Kuzmenko, who originally came to the Vancouver Canucks from the KHL for the 2022-23 season, has been on a steep decline since a strong rookie season.
Kings' GM Rob Blake hopes Kuzmenko can recapture his scoring touch to bolster an offense ranked 26th in goals this season.
It's hard to believe that Kuzmenko—once traded for star players—now garners just a third-round pick.
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