Will he stay or will he go now? (Flickr/Bridget Samuels)

The Los Angeles Kings organization made it painfully clear to Jonathan Bernier that his future with the organization, was not really much of a future at all. Since the signing of All-Star goaltender Jonathan Quick, to a 10 Year $58 Million Contract, Bernier has made it clear he wants to be traded. I think we all know it is highly unlikely, that Quick will royally suck like Roberto Luongo and let his backup take control. Sorry to break it to you JB you are not the next Cory Schneider!

With training camp starting in a little over a month’s time, it is imperative that the Kings trade Bernier. There is nothing more awkward than showing up to training camp with a team you publicly admitted wanting a trade from. Maybe he could get a few tips from Rick Nash?

Regardless here is the Bernier breakdown: In 47 games he has a record of 20-17-5, with a .910 save percentage and 2.50 goals against average. He is clearly inexperienced and lacking a few of the qualities a starting goaltender in the NHL must possess. What I am trying to politely say is that he’s a risk. Unfortunately for Bernier, if and when he is traded, he will most likely still be a backup.

So what do the Kings do with Bernier? Right now I think they hold on to him. The Kings organization has a track record of taking care of their players. Not only do they want to make a good deal for the organization, but for Bernier as well.

BUT don’t be shocked if the Toronto Maple Leafs made a play for Bernier, since Mr. Choke Luongo has passed, they are still looking to make a move. A lot can and will happen, obviously not during August, because as we all know August is hockey’s boring month. Don’t worry the time will fly by and there will be drama left and right!! 

2012 Stanley Cup Playoffs Day 1

The Los Angeles Kings stun the Vancouver Canucks 4-2 in the series opener! From the drop of the puck the Kings had something to prove, they will not be going quietly! Winning game one was HUGE for the Kings confidence.

13 penalties were called at Rogers Arena tonight, 8 against the Canucks and 5 against the Kings… Let’s just say there was not a shortage of opportunities on the power play for the Kings. If you watched the game tonight you might be thinking holy balls we need to spend an entire practice focused on the power play. BUT 2 of the 4 Kings goals were scored on the power play so let’s stay positive!! 

Even with the late goal scored by the Canucks in the final seconds of the 2nd period the Kings did not back down. It is going to be absolutely key for the Kings to keep putting pucks on net. Roberto Luongo is NOT a consistent goaltender so if we can keep the pressure on him, the Canucks will crumble!! The Kings outshot the Canucks 39-26, if we can keep getting pucks on net THEY WILL GO IN. Watch the highlights the puck is sitting there like a present waiting to be opened on Christmas morning!!

Once again the scoring is well distributed, Mike Richards scored on the power play from a bad angle, throwing the puck at Luongo’s feet. Then during one of the Kings many power plays in the 2nd period Willie Mitchell comes up big and puts the puck past an extremely screened Luongo! With close to 3 minutes remaining in the contest Dustin Penner puts the Kings ahead for good! Then for some insurance the Kings Captain Dustin Brown barries the open netter!

It’s late but I cannot end this recap without mentioning Jonathan Quick, what a great performance in net tonight! He is really a big reason why the Kings are in the playoffs and will be a key factor to taking down the top team in the league.

Look for some Quick highlights tomorrow, I will break down why he is so hard to beat!!