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NHL analyst Jeff Marek discussed the possibility of LA Kings forward Adrian Kempe signing with the Edmonton Oilers to play alongside Connor McDavid after his two-year, $25 million friendly extension.
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According to David Pagnotta, the LA Kings are reluctant to pay the roughly $11 million annual salary that Adrian Kempe is seeking. This comes as the Edmonton Oilers and other NHL clubs have shown interest in the player.
The Sabres and Kings have pending UFA wingers the Edmonton Oilers could use for an extra boost on offense, but acquiring either of them is much easier said than done.