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Kings Trade for Forward Andrei Kuzmenko from Flyers

The Los Angeles Kings acquire Kuzmenko and a 2025 draft pick, with Philadelphia retaining half of his salary.

Mar 4, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers left wing Andrei Kuzmenko (96) celebrates his goal against Calgary Flames goaltender Dustin Wolf (32) during the first period at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Andrei Kuzmenko, seen after scoring a goal for the Philadelphia Flyers against the Edmonton Oilers on Feb. 22, 2025 in Philadelphia, has been acquired by the Kings. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • The Philadelphia Flyers traded forward Andrei Kuzmenko and a 2025 seventh-round draft pick to the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for a 2027 third-round pick.
  • Philadelphia will retain 50% of Kuzmenko's $5.5 million salary cap hit, leaving the Kings responsible for $2.75 million.
  • Kuzmenko, 29, is joining his fourth NHL team in just two seasons and will be an unrestricted free agent this summer.
  • The winger had a standout rookie season with the Vancouver Canucks, scoring 39 goals, but his production has dipped in recent years, with 20 points in 43 games this season.
  • The Kings are hoping Kuzmenko's scoring touch and right-handed shot will bolster their offense, particularly on the power play, as they struggle to generate goals in key games.