The 2016-17 Los Angeles Kings have profiled similarly with other recent incarnations of the team: Stoic, smothering defense. Possession monsters. And yes, hopelessly inept offensively. Jarome Iginla, now 39 years old, will not make the impact of Stanley Cup-winning trade acquisitions Jeff Carter or Marian Gaborik. But if deployed correctly, he could chip in a few extra goals down this crucial stretch as the Kings fight for their playoff lives.
A quick glance at the now former Kings-killer’s numbers this year hardly inspire much confidence. In fact, he has just as many goals this season (8) as Dwight King, the man he is replacing in the line-up.