I don’t hate it.

But Clarke could be Makar 2.0 and way cheaper

I like the draft picks too.

Really? I’d do this in a heartbeat if I was canes. Didn’t think Kings fans would consider.

Value-wise, it's a good deal for the Kings. But we are already cap-strapped as is, and this worsens the issue for us cuz we lose a huge piece to our projected blueline making peanuts while adding a 2nd line winger who will likely cost the same amount as Byfield (5-6M on bridge deal, or 8M on long term deal).

Timing just isnt right for us.

I mean reading between the lines I’m more skeptical

Skeptical of what?

Trading Clarke

I want Necas in LA but not at the expense of Clarke. LA should be building around Clarke and Byfield. I doubt LA has the assets to get Necas unless you're looking at a deal around futures not involving the two guys above.