Looking at it straight on, LA wins for getting that contract off the books. Looking at what LA gave up to get PLD and then turning him into Darcy Kuemper... woof. Gotta hope he bounces back.
What a weird trade, PLD just joined LAK and they are already trading him, And the Kings don't need a goalie when they have All Star Talbot
I feel sadly, The Crapitals won
Is PLD toxic? Yes. Did Washington lose this trade? No way.
No matter your thoughts on PLD, he is a top 3 draft pick who has put up 60+ points three times. Put him with Ovi and see what happens. LA on the other hand traded: Vilardi, Iafallo, Kupari and a 2nd for essentially a backup goaltender with one good eye and a cup ring when he played in front of a powerhouse.