Dennis Bernstein: If the Kings believe Dion Phaneuf is a top-four defenseman – along with Drew Doughty, Alec Martinez and Derek Forbort – then they could look at trading defenseman Jake Muzzin for some offensive help.
If the Kings believe Phaneuf is a third pair defenseman, then they keep Muzzin and see if there is a trade involving Tanner Pearson or Tyler Toffoli that would bring back a more productive winger.
Greg Wyshynski of ESPN: Looking at some keys to the LA Kings offseason.