Just prior to taking on the Blackhawks in his first game as a member of the LA Kings, newly acquired forward Jeff Carter did a brief interview with Patrick O’Neal...
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Saturday, February 25, 2012
10 Tidbits from LA Kings morning skate - no Carter yet
The Kings had an earlier than usual skate this morning, due to tonight's game vs. the Blackhawks being at 5pm local time. Of course, the big topics around the locker room continues to be Jeff Carter and the upcoming trade deadline. Here's 10 tidbits that we picked up...
- Willie Mitchell on why he signed in LA now vs. testing free agency: "It's about having a shot at the Stanley Cup...it's all about winning. I want a Cup. I don't have that. A couple of guys around here do. I hear the stories, I hear everything...that's what drives me and that's what motivates me."
- Jeff Carter will wear #77 and play on a line with Mike Richards and rookie Dwight King to start the game, per coach Darryl Sutter. Carter will also get time on the power play.
- King on if he's following the trade rumors: "If you watch any sports program, you see a little bit of the action going on. But, I try not to pay too much attention."
- Willie Mitchell on why he signed in LA now vs. testing free agency: "It's about having a shot at the Stanley Cup...it's all about winning. I want a Cup. I don't have that. A couple of guys around here do. I hear the stories, I hear everything...that's what drives me and that's what motivates me."
- Jeff Carter will wear #77 and play on a line with Mike Richards and rookie Dwight King to start the game, per coach Darryl Sutter. Carter will also get time on the power play.
- King on if he's following the trade rumors: "If you watch any sports program, you see a little bit of the action going on. But, I try not to pay too much attention."
Mike Richards over Philly, building something special in LA
Mike Richards was pressed about the negative stories in Philadelphia when he first arrived in Los Angeles last summer. At the time, he answered every question posed to him. When training camp began a few months later, it was time to turn the page and talk about the LA Kings. Now, with the addition of Jeff Carter - his best friend and former Flyers teammate - he was asked about things again today. This time around, he's ready to move forward. Take a listen, here's a brief clip from this morning's media scrum...
If you've never read it, here's the exclusive piece we did with Ian Laperriere at the time of the trade, he talks about the rumored feud between Richards and Chris Pronger.
Plenty more quotes from other players following the a.m. skate will be posting shortly.
Also, we'll provide live notes from Carter's 'Welcome to LA' meeting at 2:45 pm this afternoon. Follow along on the twitter/facebook link below.
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If you've never read it, here's the exclusive piece we did with Ian Laperriere at the time of the trade, he talks about the rumored feud between Richards and Chris Pronger.
Plenty more quotes from other players following the a.m. skate will be posting shortly.
Also, we'll provide live notes from Carter's 'Welcome to LA' meeting at 2:45 pm this afternoon. Follow along on the twitter/facebook link below.
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Friday, February 24, 2012
One-on-one with LA captain Dustin Brown, talking trade rumors
Who wouldn't want that guy on their team? So, of course, teams are interested in him.
But, when Bob McKenzie - the gold standard for NHL Insiders - mentions the Kings are looking to deal him, people stand up and take notice. That's the 'other' news in LA at the moment.
During last night's conference call with GM Dean Lombardi, he said "Right now, I have absolutely nothing," when asked about the possibility of additional trades following the acquisition of Jeff Carter.
Still, after practice today, I spoke with Brown about the latest hysteria. Yes, there was a throng of media on hand today to speak with the players, including Brown. However, I waited until the herd of cameras, microphones and others were gone. Alone in his stall, we had the following conversation...
MM: What do you make of all the rumors that are out there?
DB: I can't say I don't think about them. There's no sense in dwelling over it though. It's one of those things, it's part of the business. There are a lot rumors out there that are true, there's a lot of rumors out there that aren't true. There's a lot of stuff that goes on behind the scenes that a lot of people don't see. As a player, I just try to concern myself with being a better player, especially considering the huge game we have prior to the deadline. We need two points. As one of the leaders on this team, it's my responsibility to be ready to play.
MM: Guys react to being part of the rumor mill differently. Some guys get angry, some get hurt. What's your reaction to the things being said in the last twenty four hours about you possibly being on the move?
Doughty on the Kings trading Jack Johnson to Columbus
Last hour we brought you Matt Greene's comments on the big Kings news item of the day. Meanwhile, fellow defenseman Drew Doughty has yet to speak with Jack Johnson, opting not to bother him during what's surely a busy time after being traded - "I just sent him a quick text yesterday and told him we were going to miss him and good luck."
Doughty went on to share several other thoughts on the deal and the particulars involved...
On the roster change - "Overall, I think the deal is going to help our team...when Jack signed his contract last year, he and I thought we'd be here together for a long while. So it was kind of a shock to see him go...we're going to miss JJ, for sure. Ever since I've been on this team, (he's been here as well). He's a good friend of mine, he's a really good player too. We're sad to see him go. But, we have to move on because it's part of the business and Carts is going to make us a better team."
On the mood of late, was change in the air - "Yeah, we all kinda thought something was going to happen. We didn't know who or what or anything like that. But, we definitely knew that something was going to happen. You never want to see anybody go, but it's part of business."
On the need for a shake-up - "I don't know. I think it's on us. I don't think we necessarily needed a shake-up to get things going. I think every singe one of us needs to look in the mirror and give every inch, give everything we've got. We're going to do that. We're really frustrated with how we're playing right now. Not being in a playoff spot is tough, especially with the guys we have on this team."
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Doughty went on to share several other thoughts on the deal and the particulars involved...
On the roster change - "Overall, I think the deal is going to help our team...when Jack signed his contract last year, he and I thought we'd be here together for a long while. So it was kind of a shock to see him go...we're going to miss JJ, for sure. Ever since I've been on this team, (he's been here as well). He's a good friend of mine, he's a really good player too. We're sad to see him go. But, we have to move on because it's part of the business and Carts is going to make us a better team."
On the mood of late, was change in the air - "Yeah, we all kinda thought something was going to happen. We didn't know who or what or anything like that. But, we definitely knew that something was going to happen. You never want to see anybody go, but it's part of business."
On the need for a shake-up - "I don't know. I think it's on us. I don't think we necessarily needed a shake-up to get things going. I think every singe one of us needs to look in the mirror and give every inch, give everything we've got. We're going to do that. We're really frustrated with how we're playing right now. Not being in a playoff spot is tough, especially with the guys we have on this team."
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Matt Greene on his call with Jack Johnson last night
Obviously, the topic de jour around the Kings locker room following practice today was the trade of Jack Johnson to Columbus. In an effort to push out as much of the content as possible, we'll streamline the 'story' we wrap around things and try to simply post more of the raw comments.
In speaking with Drew Doughty, Dustin Brown, Mike Richards, Willie Mitchell, etc. it seems that only Matt Greene actually spoke with Johnson last night (the others exchanged several text messages with him). Here's Greene with some insight into what went down...
On the trade - "You have to give something to get something. We need scoring. Jack is an awesome d-man and sometimes that's what you have to give up to get what you need. And that's what we needed, scoring."
On yesterday - "I talked to him pretty early on. He actually let me know the deal was done...I said it was just too bad he was getting out of here. I liked playing with him. He's a good guy, great player. It will help them out a lot. He'll get a chance to play a little bit more too. He's going to be a guy to eat up a lot of minutes for a long time for those guys. So, it helps them out. Plus, we get a guy coming back who's going to help us out too."
On Johnson's mood last night - "It's tough, it's a weird feeling when you get the call that you've been traded. I've been through it one time and I think you're still in shock and awe (when it happens)...so, speaking from experience, I think he was in shock last night."
Is that maybe why he reached out to you, for some advice or insight on your experience? - "Yeah, that and we were roomies on the road for the last four years. We've been in each other's lives everyday for the last four years...he's a friend as much as (he was a) teammate."
Plenty more to come. In the meantime, please check the related links below to see if you've missed any of the coverage over the last few days.
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In speaking with Drew Doughty, Dustin Brown, Mike Richards, Willie Mitchell, etc. it seems that only Matt Greene actually spoke with Johnson last night (the others exchanged several text messages with him). Here's Greene with some insight into what went down...
On the trade - "You have to give something to get something. We need scoring. Jack is an awesome d-man and sometimes that's what you have to give up to get what you need. And that's what we needed, scoring."
On yesterday - "I talked to him pretty early on. He actually let me know the deal was done...I said it was just too bad he was getting out of here. I liked playing with him. He's a good guy, great player. It will help them out a lot. He'll get a chance to play a little bit more too. He's going to be a guy to eat up a lot of minutes for a long time for those guys. So, it helps them out. Plus, we get a guy coming back who's going to help us out too."
On Johnson's mood last night - "It's tough, it's a weird feeling when you get the call that you've been traded. I've been through it one time and I think you're still in shock and awe (when it happens)...so, speaking from experience, I think he was in shock last night."
Is that maybe why he reached out to you, for some advice or insight on your experience? - "Yeah, that and we were roomies on the road for the last four years. We've been in each other's lives everyday for the last four years...he's a friend as much as (he was a) teammate."
Plenty more to come. In the meantime, please check the related links below to see if you've missed any of the coverage over the last few days.
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Thursday, February 23, 2012
Jack Johnson reacts to the trade, plus other evening notes
As noted in my earlier tweets/posts, the Kings are saying Jeff Carter won't be in LA until Saturday. So, it's still up in the air if he'll play that night vs. the Blackhawks. Both teams need to get all of the physicals and paperwork done.
For now, here are some updates. Please note - much of the stuff from the Columbus side comes from the fine work of Aaron Portzline at the Columbus Distpatch (via twitter).
- The trade was Carter for Jack Johnson and a first round pick from the Kings. If LA misses the playoffs, Columbus gets their 2013 first round pick. If LA makes the playoffs this year, Columbus can opt for the 2012 or 2013 pick.
- Johnson will wear jersey #7 in Columbus. Carter's number in LA is still TBD. However, he wore seven with the Blue Jackets (taken by Rob Scuderi in LA) and 17 with the Flyers. Perhaps that's the number he'll use. Stand by for an update.
- Johnson on the trade - "I'm excited by this. I’m excited to go to a team that wants me, and to play in a great sports city. I want to be part of the solution there. I know they’ve had some bad breaks and some tough seasons, but it’s going to be great when it turns around. Really, I don’t think there’s anything sweeter in sports than being part of a team when they get it turned around."
Portzline's full article is here.
We'll be on hand tomorrow at the Kings 10am morning for live reaction and comments from the players and coach Sutter. Be sure to follow along at the twitter/facebook links below.
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For now, here are some updates. Please note - much of the stuff from the Columbus side comes from the fine work of Aaron Portzline at the Columbus Distpatch (via twitter).
- The trade was Carter for Jack Johnson and a first round pick from the Kings. If LA misses the playoffs, Columbus gets their 2013 first round pick. If LA makes the playoffs this year, Columbus can opt for the 2012 or 2013 pick.
- Johnson will wear jersey #7 in Columbus. Carter's number in LA is still TBD. However, he wore seven with the Blue Jackets (taken by Rob Scuderi in LA) and 17 with the Flyers. Perhaps that's the number he'll use. Stand by for an update.
- Johnson on the trade - "I'm excited by this. I’m excited to go to a team that wants me, and to play in a great sports city. I want to be part of the solution there. I know they’ve had some bad breaks and some tough seasons, but it’s going to be great when it turns around. Really, I don’t think there’s anything sweeter in sports than being part of a team when they get it turned around."
Portzline's full article is here.
We'll be on hand tomorrow at the Kings 10am morning for live reaction and comments from the players and coach Sutter. Be sure to follow along at the twitter/facebook links below.
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LIVE call-in show tonight 8pm PST - Johnson for Carter trade
Knowing that a lot of you will want to weigh in with your opinion on today's big LA Kings trade, MayorsManor will be hosting a special LIVE call-in show tonight at 8pm. Please join us for Hockey Chirps Live - the Johnson/Carter edition.
It will be a jam packed show. But, most of all, we want to hear from you. Do you like the deal? Why or why not? Do you think the Kings are done trading? What would you do if you were GM of the Kings?
Plus, anything trade related you want to talk about, we'll answer your questions.
Joining me to co-host what should be a fun night will be Dennis Bernstein of The Fourth Period.
The show starts tonight at 8pm PST.
Access the show page here or listen to the full episode using the player below.
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It will be a jam packed show. But, most of all, we want to hear from you. Do you like the deal? Why or why not? Do you think the Kings are done trading? What would you do if you were GM of the Kings?
Plus, anything trade related you want to talk about, we'll answer your questions.
Joining me to co-host what should be a fun night will be Dennis Bernstein of The Fourth Period.
The show starts tonight at 8pm PST.
Access the show page here or listen to the full episode using the player below.
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VIDEO: Dean Lombardi on LA Kings trade for Jeff Carter
Reminder, MayorsManor will host a special one-hour call in show tonight to talk about the Jeff Carter-Jack Johnson trade between the Kings and Blue Jackets. You're encouraged to call in - we want your feedback. Also joining me will be Dennis Bernstein of The Fourth Period. Click here to listen in at 8pm PST.
For now, here's an interview with Kings GM Dean Lombardi...
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For now, here's an interview with Kings GM Dean Lombardi...
Here are a few related articles of interest too...
Mike Richards comments on Jeff Carter trade rumors
Trade Rumors - five things at play for the LA Kings
Why the LA Kings should trade for Jeff Carter, not Rick Nash
Kings locker room is tense because of all the trade rumors, per Doughty
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VIDEO: NHL 36 special on Kings' Mike Richards
If you missed the debut of 'NHL 36: Mike Richards' last night, here's the full episode. There are lots of behind the scenes shots of areas usually off limits to cameras - including the players lounge at TSC and more. They really did a great job capturing his routine leading up to the game last Thursday vs. Phoenix. Although, some of you will probably think Andrei Loktionov stole the show...
Ricahrds was also a recent guest on MayorsManor, where he talked openly about the Jeff Carter trade rumors - click here to read what he had to say.
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Ricahrds was also a recent guest on MayorsManor, where he talked openly about the Jeff Carter trade rumors - click here to read what he had to say.
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