Thu 6/12/14 10:18 AM

Gary Lawless of the Winnipeg Free Press believes the Jets should target Mike Richards if he becomes available. There's been plenty of speculation that the Kings might buy out Richards this off-season and if they do then the two-way center is sure to attract plenty of interest. An unnamed NHL GM had this to say about Richards on Tuesday: "He still has that predator mentality. Maybe he can't cover 200 feet like he once could, but he's still a very good third-line center. He can still nullify good players. He can kill penalties and win draws. He adds strength and depth down the middle. At the right price, Richards is still a good piece. L.A. has a decision to make. I know the coaching staff won't be happy to see him leave if that's the way they decide to go."