Report: Kings Exploring Trade for Canucks’ Evander Kane

Overview

• MayorsManor reported that two sources say Los Angeles GM Ken Holland is gauging the possibility of acquiring Kane, a claim later summarized by Daily Hive and CanucksArmy.
• No team officials or the player have confirmed any discussions, and the coverage characterizes the situation as rumor-level at this stage.
• Kane is in the final year of a four-year, $20.5 million contract with an approximate $5.1 million cap hit and holds a 16-team approved trade list.
• Reports note the Kings have more than $11 million in cap space, positioning them as one of the few clubs able to absorb Kane’s full salary if a deal materializes.
• The 34-year-old winger has seven goals and 21 points in 44 games in a limited role for Vancouver, with the March 6 NHL trade deadline providing the decision window.