The Los Angeles Kings have made several interesting moves this offseason, including trading Jordan Spence to the Ottawa Senators and signing Cody Ceci as a Vladislav Gavrikov replacement. However, it sounds like another move was being considered.
In recent days, it was revealed that the Kings considered trading Brandt Clarke, but management chose not to do that, at least not yet.
Michael Russo: Re Brandt Clarke: There were points this offseason where it feel like they were even gonna consider moving Clarke; I think Ken Holland wants to get his eyes on him before he makes such a major move like that - DFO Rundown (8/19)
— NHL Rumour Report (@NHLRumourReport) August 20, 2025
Clarke, who is 22 years old, has 41 points through 103 games in his career. Last season, when he had 33 points, was his first full season in the NHL, and while he looked solid, it seems as though he may still be someone the team is considering moving for different assets.
At this point, it seems as though the Kings are willing to give him a strong look out of camp next season, but his name continues to be floated as a potential trade piece.