"The Kings were at the center of the pre-draft posturing on Thursday, acquiring center Mike Richards from the Philadelphia Flyers in exchange for forward Wayne Simmonds and prospect Brayden Schenn.

Richards, who was the Flyers' team captain, finished with 23 goals and 43 assists last season.

Simmonds, considered by many to be a fan favorite in Los Angeles, had 14 goals and 30 points last season. Schenn saw limited time with the Kings and spent most of last season with his junior team in the Western Hockey League."