The idea of the Edmonton Oilers trading superstar forward Connor McDavid is always a topic that sparks a lot of reaction and debate from NHL fans and media on social media, especially the Los Angeles Kings fan base. A recent trade idea was thrown around in the media concerning the Kings and McDavid.
How much would it take for the Los Angeles Kings to get Connor McDavid from the Oilers
After Eklund from The Hockey Buzz reported earlier this week about the potential scenario of McDavid joining the Kings hypothetically, different trade packages have been pitched by various fans for LA and around the NHL if this were to happen in reality.
"I’ve been saying since the Oilers season ended that sources behind the scenes have listed McDavid to Los Angeles as being the most likely scenario BY FAR should an extension not happen."Eklund
Let's be clear that this hypothetical trade idea being pitched in various fan and media circles this week is purely based on speculation. We don't have a concrete rumor or report specifically pegging McDavid to the Kings.
What it would take for the Kings to pull off such a trade to get McDavid from Edmonton via a blockbuster trade is multiple valuable players, key picks, and prospects.
Even giving up this much, including over three young standouts from the Kings and key prospects, would be tough to convince the Oilers to trade McDavid to LA via the trade block.
Here is what Eklund said about the potential of McDavid going to the Kings and the motivation to join LA.
"Of all the teams rumored to be in on McDavid, LA has the most they could afford to send back. I also have been told this is Kopitar's last season and the Kings feel a strong commitment to giving him one last Cup run."Eklund