The Perfect 6-Foot-5 Center to Play With Ivan Demidov Could Soon Be Available on the Trade Market
It is very surprising to see Quinton Byfield's name appear among the players most likely to be traded on Nick Kypreos' list.
At 22 years old, he is still a promising prospect, but the Kings might be tempted to sacrifice him to strengthen their team immediately.
The Kings want to compete with the Vegas Golden Knights and the Edmonton Oilers, especially after three consecutive first-round eliminations against Edmonton.
Vegas and Edmonton haven't hesitated to sacrifice young talent to improve in the playoffs, and Los Angeles could do the same.
Surprise on the trade market: Forward Quinton Byfield could be available
Byfield had his best season in 2023-2024 with 20 goals and 55 points, but his progression seems to have slowed down a bit. If he continues at this pace, he won't surpass last year's numbers.
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Is that enough to convince the Kings to let him go?
According to Kypreos, the Buffalo Sabres could be a team to watch for a trade. They want to make a big move and could offer a young talent struggling to break out in their environment.
Dylan Cozens' name is already circulating in trade rumors. If a Byfield-for-Cozens trade were to happen, it would be a major move for both teams.
It remains to be seen if the Kings are ready to move on from their promising young forward.
When talking about Byfield, we're also talking about a big 6-foot-5 center who is already established in the NHL, has immense potential, and represents exactly what the Montreal Canadiens are looking for.
Byfield to play with Ivan Demidov?
Byfield as the second-line center behind Nick Suzuki?
Imagine a top-six lineup featuring:
Caufield - Suzuki - Slafkovsky
Laine - Byfield - Demidov
These are very intriguing options for Kent Hughes and Jeff Gorton.
