# CRITICAL DECISION: Will LA Kings TRADE 17th Pick in a deal for a Top 6 center?

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Podcast: [Locked On Kings - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Kings](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-kings-daily-podcast-on-the-los-angeles-kings-94741)
Published: 2026-06-23T09:14:25+00:00
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## Resource

The LA Kings weigh major trade decisions as the NHL Draft approaches. Could the 17th overall pick be on the move to land a top-six center? Host Eddie Garcia examines the team’s offseason priorities, spotlighting potential trade targets like Elias Pettersson and Vincent Trocheck, while highlighting the risks and rewards of chasing big names amid a thin prospect pool. Plus, an in-depth look at recent draft history asks: how valuable is the 17th pick really for building the next contender? Get the latest insights on trade scenarios, player development, and what’s next for the Los Angeles Kings as a pivotal week unfolds.

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