In an unexpected turn of events, the Los Angeles Kings find themselves dealing with the consequences of a risky decision made just days ago. The hockey world is buzzing with the news that forward Samuel Fagemo has been claimed off waivers by the Nashville Predators, as reported by Elliotte Friedman.
Fagemo, a promising talent selected in the second round of the 2019 draft, had been a staple for the Ontario Reign, amassing an impressive record of 151 games played, along with 60 goals and 34 assists to his name. He also made appearances in 13 games with the Kings, contributing two goals and one assist to the team’s efforts.
The loss of Fagemo is undoubtedly a blow to the Kings, as he is recognized for his exceptional skills, especially his sharpshooting ability and a consistent history of scoring at various levels of play.
However, with a limited number of roster spots available for the Kings this season, it was always going to be a challenging task for Fagemo to secure a permanent place. Despite the obstacles, Fagemo possesses the talent and potential to thrive as a reliable middle-six winger, capable of providing essential secondary scoring for his team. His opportunity to fulfill this potential will come with the Nashville Predators.
Notably, there is still a possibility that Fagemo could return to Los Angeles, or more precisely, Ontario, in the future. If he struggles to establish himself within the Predators’ roster and the team decides to reassign him, the Kings retain their first rights to Fagemo, allowing them to send him directly to the AHL.
Yesterday, Fagemo was among a group of players sent down by the Kings, but he was the only one claimed off waivers. As for the remaining players in the group, they have been assigned to the Reign, providing the Kings with a glimmer of hope amid this unexpected twist in their roster dynamics.
The hockey world will undoubtedly be keeping a close eye on Samuel Fagemo’s journey with the Nashville Predators, as the Kings and their fans reflect on the risks and rewards of the waiver process in the NHL.
