Los Angeles Kings GM confirms plans for Drew Doughty

Los Angeles Kings General Manager Ken Holland has confirmed that the team does not intend to trade captain Drew Doughty. Despite Doughty entering the final season of his eight-year, $88 million contract, Holland stated that the organization plans to find an extension for the defenseman at an appropriate time.

During an appearance on NHL Network Radio, Holland addressed previous speculation regarding Doughty's future, telling the player directly, “I’m not trading ya.” While formal contract negotiations have not yet begun, Holland expressed confidence that Doughty will remain with the Kings next year.

Doughty, who has played his entire career in Los Angeles and won two Stanley Cups with the franchise, has expressed a desire to continue playing for the team. Analysts suggest a potential two-year extension could be announced before February 1, with an estimated average annual value of approximately $7 million.