We encourage you to review it carefully. Alec Martinez will make his debut for the Vegas Golden Knights against the Tampa Bay Lightning at T-Mobile Arena on Thursday (10 p.m. The scenes of a Lakers title celebration like no other, Winners and losers of 2020 NHL free agency: Sabres come out on top, How Stetson Bennett IV went from walk-on to Georgia's best chance to take down Alabama, LSU-Florida game postponed after COVID spike, Broncos' leading rusher Gordon cited for DUI, Likely NBA top pick LaMelo Ball signs with Puma, Sock it to me! Box 500 Station A Toronto, ON Canada, M5W 1E6. But that doesn’t mean he’s bad. Obviously tough to say goodbye to certain people there, but if I had a spot to pick, it'd definitely be here, and I'm certainly excited to join this club.". Martinez's contract, which doesn't expire until after next season, is worth $4 million US in annual average value. But somebody needs to play with Shea, somebody who should, ideally, be able to help him and allow Theodore the chance to play up to his potential role as a number one defenseman. "We thank Marty for everything he's done for our organization, our fans and our community.". Already an ESPN+ subscriber? All NHL logos and marks and NHL team logos and marks depicted herein are the property of the NHL and the respective teams and may not be reproduced without the prior written consent of NHL Enterprises, L.P. © NHL 2019. All signs point to Vegas reeling in the big fish, right? His 19.51 IPP, or the percentage of goals while on the ice he factored into is higher than both Jon Merrill and Brayden McNabb’s. His 3.8 goals above replacement with Los Angeles would be fourth on the Golden Knights’ blue line, behind Theodore, Hague and Nick Holden. ", NHL.com staff writer Tim Campbell and NHL.com Independent Correspondent Danny Webster contributed to this report. A monumental day for college sports in Sin City, which seemed impossible forever. It's really an exciting team to come into. The Kings have made no bones about it they are going through a rebuild. Los Angeles (21-34-5) is last in the Western Conference and will not make the Stanley Cup Playoffs for a second straight season. Walker has just five goals and 16 assists for 21 points this season, his second year in the NHL as a 25-year-old defenseman. 10 teams that make sense, Fantasy football intel for all 32 NFL teams ahead of Week 6. Since his return to the ice after successful wrist surgery, one of the mainstays of the Kings’ defence is getting back in the groove. Golden Knights get: D Alec Martinez Alex Pietrangelo welcomes new challenge, pressure to win with Golden Knights. All rights reserved. It's been kind of crazy. All Rights Reserved. They had the pieces they needed to win. Golden Knights will not bring back Deryk Engelland. "Quality individual. NHL trade grades: Alec Martinez shores up Golden Knights' defense, Kings pile on more draft picks Pseudonyms will no longer be permitted. Martinez has been used in an incredibly defensive-focused role this season for the Kings, and his two main partners, Doughty and Sean Walker, have seen spikes in offensive zone starts without Martinez. Vegas (31-22-8) has won three straight and is tied for second in the Pacific Division with the Vancouver Canucks, one point behind the Edmonton Oilers. His famous winning shot to beat the Blackhawks in the conference finals deflected in off the chest of Chicago's Nick Leddy, ending a superb seven-game series at United Center. The Los Angeles Kings have agreed to trade Alec Martinez to the Vegas Golden Knights in exchange for two-second round picks. Originally drafted 95th overall in the 2007 NHL Draft by the Kings, Martinez will be on his second team in his 11 year NHL career. The Vegas Golden Knights completed a trade for defenseman Alec Martinez from the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday, giving up two second round picks, one each in 2020 and 2021. And holy hell, this is already looking like a good deal. Kings send veteran defenceman Alec Martinez to Golden Knights for pair of picks, Canucks acquire Tyler Toffoli from Kings for Tim Schaller, prospect, 2nd-round pick, Maple Leafs general manager Kyle Dubas looks to steady the ship by rolling trade dice, CBC's Journalistic Standards and Practices. The defenseman can be a top-four presence for Vegas and someone who can play alongside Shea Theodore. You've got high-powered offense, you've got defensive play, you've got good goaltending. Hearing the Alec Martinez trade from #LAKings to Vegas deal is now done. The Kings traded former 30-goal scorer Tyler Toffoli to Vancouver Canucks on Monday night, two weeks after sending forward Kyle Clifford and goalie Jack Campbell to Toronto for forward Trevor Moore and two third-round draft picks. "A guy where you can see why they've won here in the past, when you have those type of players are contributing on a daily basis. He’s played the second-most time as the Los Angeles Kings’ power-play quarterback, scoring the most goals per 60 as Drew Doughty, and not allowing a shorthanded goal against. The Golden Knights added to their defense as they ready for a playoff run, while the Kings added yet more draft picks to their rebuilding effort. And with his ability to play both the left and right side, he is the perfect addition to Golden Knights As Martinez has shown in his career he can play against the top two lines. Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered on CBC Gem. Walker plays a very similar game to, you guessed it, Theodore: Although Theodore is a much better version of Walker. 95) of the 2007 NHL Draft, Martinez has 198 points (62 goals, 136 assists) in 597 regular-season games and 16 points (six goals, 10 assists) in 64 Stanley Cup Playoff games. Hockey Kings trade Alec Martinez to Golden Knights for more draft picks Alec Martinez celebrates after scoring against New York Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist in … ET) the Pro Hockey Talk crew will be taking a closer look at some individual players that could be on the move. The NHL has updated its Privacy Policy effective January 16, 2020. Looney continues to inspire Louisiana football, Yes, friends, even game officials can land on our Bottom 10 list, Quiet playcalls, eating alone and more trash-talking: Here's what NFL game day feels like in 2020, 'A student of everything': What a 26-year-old Bill Belichick learned as a Broncos assistant, Barnwell: Where could Le'Veon Bell land? Comments are welcome while open. At the same time, he's got a good opportunity in Vancouver. Plays the right way, moves hard, very reliable defensively. Martinez likely completes the Golden Knights’ top four, a spot they’ve been looking to shore up since the departure of Colin Miller in the offseason. The team is reportedly finalizing a deal to send Alec Martinez … But that was one game. If the belief is that Vegas has a chance at not just contention, but being a legitimate Stanley Cup threat this season, and with the way everything but goaltending has performed this season, that belief should exist, getting a player like Martinez was necessary. He can hammer one-timers, too, actually. "Obviously, we know the situation at hand. Not that Theodore needs the help, as he leads the Golden Knights by a wide margin with 9.3 expected goals above replacement and that is good for 12th among defensemen this season, ahead of John Carlson and Quinn Hughes. For one game, so far so good. NHL Trade Deadline: Golden Knights made right move in acquiring Alec Martinez. ", Golden Knights defenseman Brayden McNabb, who played with Martinez in Los Angeles, said, "He's a great player, ton of experience, Stanley Cups. Wednesday: The trade for Martinez has been officially announced. Alec Martinez, The Canadian Press The Los Angeles Kings are working on a deal to send defenceman Alec Martinez to the Vegas Golden Knights, TSN Hockey Insider Bob McKenzie reports. All Rights Reserved. "I obviously had a good idea the past couple of months that something might happen, and then obviously once I was pulled out of the lineup last game against Winnipeg (on Tuesday). Kings Capture a Pair of Second Round Picks for Alec Martinez On Feb. 19, the Kings traded Alec Martinez to the Vegas Golden Knights in exchange for second-round picks in 2020 and 2021. Only days away from the NHL trade deadline, the Kings appear to be closing in on their second major move of the week. Very mature, bright, smart, an incredible work ethic. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Martinez, who has one season remaining on a six-year contract, has eight points (one goal, seven assists) in 41 games this season. I just want to win games.". After suffering a laceration to his wrist earlier in the season, there was some doubt that he would get traded. He's going to make us better. With Martinez coming to the Golden Knights he will not only add his skill but his playoff experience. Vegas began Wednesday tied with Edmonton for the Pacific Division lead, although the top five teams are separated by only two points. However, his 31 giveaways would be third on the team behind Theodore and Nate Schmidt, and he has much fewer takeaways than both. It is a priority for CBC to create a website that is accessible to all Canadians including people with visual, hearing, motor and cognitive challenges. "We were having dinner together and he was sitting right next to me," Martinez said of Toffoli being told. A two-time Stanley Cup winner (2012, 2014), Martinez scored the Cup-clinching goal in double overtime of Game 5 against the New York Rangers in 2014. NHL, the NHL Shield, the word mark and image of the Stanley Cup, the Stanley Cup Playoffs logo, the Stanley Cup Final logo, Center Ice name and logo, NHL Conference logos, NHL Winter Classic name, and The Biggest Assist Happens Off The Ice are registered trademarks and Stanley Cup Qualifiers name and logo, NHL.TV, Vintage Hockey word mark and logo, The Game Lives Where You Do, NHL Winter Classic logo, NHL Heritage Classic name and logo, NHL Stadium Series name and logo, NHL All-Star logo, NHL Face-Off name and logo, NHL. The defenseman was traded to the Golden Knights by the Los Angeles Kings for a second-round pick in the 2020 NHL Draft and a second-round pick in the 2021 NHL Draft on Wednesday. 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