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The Kings are thrilled to have retained the top selection in the draft this summer - was a bit nerve wracking for those last few minutes. We fully intend to keep the selection, but we’re always willing to listen… As for some house-cleaning, the Kings have tendered an offer to Connor Ingram in the hopes to keep him around in our blue paint, and RFA Matt Kessel will be tendered a QO while a longer-term contract is discussed. We've also sent our ELC offers to 11 players (8 from 2022 and 3 from 2023). The following players will not be offered contracts ahead of free agency, whether it be UFA, QO for RFA's or the ELC; if you have any interest in their rights then hit us up: Justin Schultz (UFA) Alexander Barabanov (UFA) Brendan Smith (UFA) Jujhar Khaira (UFA) Anton Blidh (UFA) Filip Roos (RFA) Kale Clague (RFA) Hardy Haman-Aktell (RFA) Curtis Hall (RFA) Jordan Frasca (2022 Draftee ELC) We'll listen to anything in terms of the trade market. However, our 2024 LAK 1st (likely Macklin Celebrini), Simon Nemec, Kaiden Guhle, Kent Johnson, Matt Coronato and prospects Jordan Dumais, Anton Wahlberg and Seamus Casey hold the most value to us and only big offers will be even considered. Everyone else is open for discussion though, as the last-place team should have very few sacred cows.

Well, my Jets will need 6.5 points from Shea Thedore tonight if we're to advance to round 2. It's a big if, but if that happens here is our round 2 lineup if we're not eliminated: Anton Lundell - Jordan Staal - Brandon Duhaime Nick Cousins - Teddy Blueger - Mavrik Bourque (if DAL advances) Noel Gunler Shea Thedore (if VGK advances) - Jacob Trouba Brandon Carlo - Sean Behrens Domenick Fensore

Winnipeg Jets Round 1 Roster Nick Cousins - Anthony Cirelli - Tom Wilson Mikey Eyssimont - Anton Lundell - Mason Appleton Teddy Blueger - Jordan Staal - Brandon Duhaime Mavrik Bourque - Phillip Tomasino Shea Theodore - Jacob Trouba Alexander Romanov - Brandon Carlo Ryan Ufko Connor Hellebuyck

Kings are over here, watching Macklin Celebrini highlights.

Waivers: The Jets place David Gustafsson on waivers with the intention to send him down to Manitoba. Activation: Winnipeg activates Bryan Rust from the IR and place him on the active roster.

Waiver Claim: The Kings place a claim on Tyler Johnson. Assignment: The Kings assign Alex Alexeyev to Palm Springs (no waivers required). Recall: The Kings recall Matt Kessel and place him on the active roster.

Signing: The Colorado Avalanche have signed Anthony Cirelli to an eight-year contract. Anthony Cirelli: Eight-year deal worth $48.0 million dollars ($6.0m per season)

The Isles are playing themselves into contention - if you're interested in Anders Lee (with retention) or Sebastion Aho (D) then hit us up in LA.

Waivers: The Kings place Sammy Blais on waivers with the intention to send him down to Palm Springs.

Waiver Claim: The Kings place a claim for Brandon Saad.

The Jets are currently top-10 in the league, but also have some solid young prospects on the way. As per Scott Wheeler's Top-75 Draft Prospects list on The Athletic: 35. Frank Nazar 59. Mavrik Bourque 61. Jagger Firkus 75. Philip Tomasino (Pavel Mintyukov would've been on the list but he's already an NHL regular)

It's been a tough season for the Kings, but the future continues to look bright. As per Scott Wheeler's Top-75 drafted prospects, the Kings have plenty to like in the pipeline. 2. Simon Nemec 9. Kent Johnson 33. Matt Coronato 47. Jordan Dumais HM. Seamus Casey HM. Alex Laferriere

IR Placement: The Kings place Kent Johnson (upper body) on IR. https://www.tsn.ca/nhl/injuries Recall: The Kings recall Matt Coronato from Palm Springs.

IR Placement: The Jets place Bryan Rust (upper body) on Injured Reserve. https://www.tsn.ca/nhl/injuries Activation: The Jets activate David Gustafsson from the IR and place him on the active roster.

Waiver Claim: The Kings place a claim on Yanni Gourde.

Assignment: The Kings send Akira Schmid to Palm Springs (no waivers required).

Activation: Pending a trade announcement that opens up a roster spot, the Jets activate Shea Theodore and place him on the active roster.

Waivers: The Kings place Chris Driedger on waivers; will be assigned to Palm Springs if he clears. Recall: The Kings recall Akira Schmid and place him on the active roster.

Assignment: The Kings assign Matt Coronato to Palm Springs (no waivers required). Activation: The Kings activate Brendan Smith from the IR and place him on the active roster.

Assignment: The Jets assign Philip Tomasino to Manitoba (no waivers required [22 yrs & 148 GP]) Activation: The Jets activate Pavel Mintyukov from the IR and place him on the active roster.

IR Placement: The Jets place David Gustafsson (lower-body) back on the IR. https://www.tsn.ca/nhl/injuries

The Kings are here. However...

Assignment: The Jets send Olle Lycksell to Manitoba (no waivers required).