Carolina Hurricanes' decision to acquire Phillip Danault for forward Jesperi Kotkaniemi falls through as LA Kings reject trade decision

Philip Danault has been traded to the Montreal Canadiens. Earlier, the Carolina Hurricanes wanted to acquire Danault from the Los Angeles Kings. The Kings rejected the Hurricanes' offer. This was because the Kings were concerned about Jesperi Kotkaniemi's contract. The Kings preferred a second-round draft pick from Montreal instead. Carolina will likely continue trade talks.

Carolina Hurricanes' decision to acquire Phillip Danault for forward Jesperi Kotkaniemi falls through as LA Kings reject trade decision
Philip Danault has been traded to the Montreal Canadiens. Earlier, the Carolina Hurricanes wanted to acquire Danault from the Los Angeles Kings. The Kings rejected the Hurricanes' offer. This was because the Kings were concerned about Jesperi Kotkaniemi's contract. The Kings preferred a second-round draft pick from Montreal instead. Carolina will likely continue trade talks.