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One free agent the LA Kings hope their division rivals lose this summer

If any of these players were to sign somewhere outside the division, it would be a win for the Kings.
ByBrandon Croce|
Apr 12, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Brock Boeser (6) makes a pass against the Minnesota Wild in the second period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images
Apr 12, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Brock Boeser (6) makes a pass against the Minnesota Wild in the second period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images | Bob Frid-Imagn Images
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Edmonton Oilers - Evan Bouchard

Similar to the Golden Knights, the Edmonton Oilers have a defenseman who is a restricted free agent, but Evan Bouchard would be a major loss for the team currently representing the Western Conference in the Stanley Cup Finals.

Bouchard has been one of the best offensive-minded defenseman with over 140 points in the past two seasons for the Oilers. He makes a big impact on their power play with 50 power play assists during that stretch.

At only 25 years old, Bouchard is just entering his prime and the Oilers are going to have to make him one of the top-paid defenseman to keep him. He almost certainly will be looking at an AAV close to, if not higher than, $10 million. In the end, the Oilers likely get a deal done, but if not then this would be a win for the Los Angeles Kings.

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