In a surprising twist for NHL fans, the Los Angeles Kings have put their trade talks for star defenseman Drew Doughty on ice - at least for now. With the team's current roster configuration and financial situation, it seemed like a foregone conclusion that Doughty would be dealt to a contender looking to bolster their blue line. However, sources close to the situation suggest that the Kings may be willing to hold onto their franchise defenseman, at least until next offseason. But could a change in circumstances or a desperate team looking to make a deep playoff run prompt the Kings to reconsider and move Doughty sooner rather than later?

The Los Angeles Kings have tabled Drew Doughty talks until next offseason, but could this be a situation where they move off him before that?