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Colin Fraser and Jarret Stoll Close to be re-signed by Kings.
Interesting on Stoll. he would have made a boat-load @ UFA. Not many centers out there.
It seems like the Kings want to stay together. Penner already said he would take a discount to stay. If its true that they're close to a deal with Stoll, he's probably taking a discount.
It seems like the Kings want to stay together. Penner already said he would take a discount to stay. If its true that they're close to a deal with Stoll, he's probably taking a discount.
Good to hear. On the one hand, a little surprised because like others have said, there aren't a ton of centers available and I thought Stoll was probably in the top 2 or 3 that were. On the other hand Stoll pretty much built a brand new super nice custom house in the South Bay. He's got a good thing here with the Kings. Enough centers where he's not expected to play a huge offensive role, gets some power play time, important for face-offs and the penalty kill.
Fraser was better than most people expected after last summer's fiasco. I do love the depth that the Kings have with guys that can play center in Kopitar, Richards, Carter, apparently Stoll and Fraser, as well as Lewis. All defensively responsible and can contribute on the pk. I do feel bad for Loktionov though.
Considering Fraser came in injured, was behind in training, and was on a new team, the guy flat out thrived in his role. Love to have him back.
Stoll is a great guy and gives it his all. The only thing I didn't like was the size of his contract and the odd bad penalty. Once in the third line role he did will, brought energy, won face offs enabling more possession time, killed penalties, took the body and added the odd goal. Once King was on his line the line seemed a lot better. He is much better suited to the team the Loktionov. It allows us to move Loktionov for a different asset. Win/win.
Now just go out and get Glencross for his other winger and we have a potent 3rd.
Good news. Stoll is a great 3C and keeping him will be a big part of carrying success into next season. Fraser I think is more expendable, but he certainly proved his worth and I'm happy to see him back. With Chicago he was no impact player but he helped make the Kings 4th a really strong line.
Good to hear. On the one hand, a little surprised because like others have said, there aren't a ton of centers available and I thought Stoll was probably in the top 2 or 3 that were. On the other hand Stoll pretty much built a brand new super nice custom house in the South Bay. He's got a good thing here with the Kings. Enough centers where he's not expected to play a huge offensive role, gets some power play time, important for face-offs and the penalty kill.
Fraser was better than most people expected after last summer's fiasco. I do love the depth that the Kings have with guys that can play center in Kopitar, Richards, Carter, apparently Stoll and Fraser, as well as Lewis. All defensively responsible and can contribute on the pk. I do feel bad for Loktionov though.
I think he was a surprise because all we heard about was how terrible he was and how a SC contender would never have a player of his caliber on their roster.
I think he was a surprise because all we heard about was how terrible he was and how a SC contender would never have a player of his caliber on their roster.
Of course the Oilers of today would know what it takes to put together a contender...
I never thought Stoll was leaving. Why would you? He absolutely loves the city, team and franchise, is slotted as a 3rd line center behind Kopitar and Richards (his perfect spot) and could be on a contender for the next 5-7 years (if he wants). Glad to have him back. Same goes with Fraser.
I never thought Stoll was leaving. Why would you? He absolutely loves the city, team and franchise, is slotted as a 3rd line center behind Kopitar and Richards (his perfect spot) and could be on a contender for the next 5-7 years (if he wants). Glad to have him back. Same goes with Fraser.
Because he scored 6 goals this year. He redeemed himself in the playoffs, but had LA lost 3 more games this year and finished 9th then Stoll would have been gone.
I'm currently happy to have him back, but 2 months ago I couldn't wait until he was off the roster and Loktionov was getting a full time shot.
Good to hear. On the one hand, a little surprised because like others have said, there aren't a ton of centers available and I thought Stoll was probably in the top 2 or 3 that were. On the other hand Stoll pretty much built a brand new super nice custom house in the South Bay. He's got a good thing here with the Kings. Enough centers where he's not expected to play a huge offensive role, gets some power play time, important for face-offs and the penalty kill.
Fraser was better than most people expected after last summer's fiasco. I do love the depth that the Kings have with guys that can play center in Kopitar, Richards, Carter, apparently Stoll and Fraser, as well as Lewis. All defensively responsible and can contribute on the pk. I do feel bad for Loktionov though.
you had to know as well as i did that Loktionov was hands down the likely odd-man out as soon as the Richards trade was made.
even if Stoll wasn't to re-sign, forcing Dean to find a replacement at 3C, there's almost zero chance that spot would go to Lokti... he's just not built for the demands of that role.
Because he scored 6 goals this year. He redeemed himself in the playoffs, but had LA lost 3 more games this year and finished 9th then Stoll would have been gone.
I'm currently happy to have him back, but 2 months ago I couldn't wait until he was off the roster and Loktionov was getting a full time shot.
everyone had either at or very near career lows offensively, and no one had to adjust to a new position and role more than Stoll.
the guy has been far and away the most underrated Kings player since he's been here. he gives everything he's got on every shift, and always has.
I remember Stoll being interviewed in early December. Someone asked him how he felt playing on the third line behind Richards, a spot he isn't accustomed to. I believe his quote was along the lines of, "I could really care a less where I play. Anywhere I can help the team and make a positive impact is all that matters to me. Richie is an awesome player and I have learned a lot from him already. It's awesome to have two superstar centers playing in front of me." That sums up Stoll. A total class act and I'm glad he's close to getting an extension. No player on the Kings is a better guy than Stoll.
everyone had either at or very near career lows offensively, and no one had to adjust to a new position and role more than Stoll.
the guy has been far and away the most underrated Kings player since he's been here. he gives everything he's got on every shift, and always has.
Sure, but he also was the most expendable in terms of contract status and far more likely to be on the cutting board then guys like Kopitar, Brown, Williams, Richards, and Carter. Had the kings missed the playoffs or dropped in the first round again, something would have had to change, and Stoll and Penner would be the odd men out.
Again, LA's success in the Playoffs changed all that, and now I'll gladly welcome an extension, but 2-3 months ago at least half of the kings board had written him off....there's no denying that.
