"Kempe, a pending unrestricted free agent, is believed to be seeking an eight-year contract worth between $11-12 million per season. Early offers from the Kings were significantly lower, but L.A. has reportedly increased its offer as discussions continue. With the salary cap projected to rise to $104 million and the Kings holding more than $33 million in space, there's no financial reason not to get this done."
"Jeff Marek mentioned on The Sheet that St. Louis forward Jordan Kyrou could be exactly what Toronto needs - but added there's "no chance" that happens. "There's one team that could really use him and his speed," Marek said, "but considering who the coach is, there's not a chance that's gonna happen, and that's Toronto." Berube and Kyrou have a checkered past from their time in St. Louis."
Los Angeles has re-engaged Adrian Kempe in contract talks for a potential long-term extension. Kempe, a pending unrestricted free agent, is reportedly seeking an eight-year contract worth $11-12 million per season. Early offers from the Kings were significantly lower, but Los Angeles has increased its proposal as talks continue. The projected salary cap rise to $104 million and more than $33 million in Kings' space reduce financial barriers, though the club must still re-sign Brandt Clarke and Samuel Helenius. Toronto has been linked to Jordan Kyrou, but the coach's history with Kyrou makes such an acquisition unlikely. St. Louis is evaluating trades with a key factor affecting any potential deal.
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