# Drew Doughty contract negotiations with Los Angeles Kings

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/drew-doughty-contract-negotiations-with-los-angeles-kings
> Updated: 2026-11-07T21:45:50.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Los Angeles Kings captain Drew Doughty has expressed a desire to retire with the franchise, stating he is willing to accept a “team-friendly deal” to remain in Los Angeles. Doughty, who is entering the final year of his current contract, has hired agent Pat Brisson to assist with upcoming negotiations.

Following these statements, Kings General Manager Ken Holland confirmed that the team does not intend to trade Doughty. Holland addressed speculation regarding the defenseman’s future by telling him, “I’m not trading ya,” and indicated the organization plans to find an extension at an appropriate time. While formal negotiations have not yet commenced, analysts suggest a potential two-year extension could be reached by early February.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-07: Los Angeles Kings GM confirms plans for Drew Doughty

LA Kings GM Ken Holland confirmed the team will not trade captain Drew Doughty and intends to sign him to a contract extension in the future.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/los-angeles-kings-gm-confirms-plans-for-drew-doughty

### 2026-10-27: Drew Doughty expresses desire to retire with Los Angeles Kings

Los Angeles Kings captain Drew Doughty aims to retire with the team and is willing to take a pay cut to stay in L.A.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/drew-doughty-expresses-desire-to-retire-with-los-angeles-kings

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