NHL news: Los Angeles Kings defeat Sharks and Montreal Canadiens trade rumors

In NHL action, the Los Angeles Kings defeated the San Jose Sharks 7-2. Adrian Kempe recorded a hat trick, marking the first such feat in the team’s Hometown Remix jersey this season. Teammate Artemi Panarin contributed four assists, while Quinton Byfield scored two power-play goals.

In Montreal, trade rumors have linked Nikita Kucherov to the Canadiens. Regarding prospect updates, Luke Mittelstadt was named AHL Rookie of the Month after leading the league in scoring, and Michael Hage was named the Big 10 Player of the Week. Additionally, injured forward Ivan Demidov was seen skating at the Bell Centre, though he has recently been seen wearing a walking boot.