The injury to Marian Gaborik created a hole in the top nine forwards on the Kings, spurring them to acquire Carolina winger Kris Versteeg on the Sunday before the trade deadline. On Monday, the Kings announced that Versteeg would wear the number 10, making him the second to do so this year, and the third in two years. Is the number 10 cursed for the Kings? Let's consult writer Rich Hammond.
Versteeg was sought after because Teddy Purcell was already taken. But seriously, he was valued for his championship experience and his tenacity on offense. His connection to the Sutter family has also been well noted, as we covered yesterday, and also covered in these comments in his media availability.