LA Kings: 5 players they should trade at the deadline

TAMPA, FL - JANUARY 14: Los Angeles Kings right wing Tyler Toffoli (73) skates with the puck during the NHL game between the Los Angeles Kings and Tampa Bay Lightning on January 14, 2020 at Amalie Arena in Tampa, FL. (Photo by Mark LoMoglio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

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Trevor Lewis

Much like Clifford, Trevor Lewis will be an unrestricted free agent after this season. Teams will definitely be interested in him because of what he can bring to the table. In 39 games this season, Lewis has 2 goals and 7 points while averaging 11:43 of ice time per game.

He’s a guy who can kill penalties, as he’s averaging just under a minute shorthanded this season. Furthermore, Lewis has the lowest goals against per hour on the penalty kill among Kings forwards this season (min. 30 minutes).

However, his cap hit of $2 million will likely force LA to have to retain salary on him in order to make a trade work out. Still, Lewis has a ton of experience, as he’s played in 657 regular season games as of Feb. 1 and has also played in 79 postseason games. Teams are always looking for players with experience this time of the season.

Much like Clifford, the Kings aren’t going to get much for Lewis. I’d expect nothing more than a fourth-round pick. But still, the Kings drafted very well in 2019. If they can keep it going in 2020, maybe that fourth-round pick will turn into something. Also, if Lewis gets traded, that could open up a spot for a young player.

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