Drew Doughty Will Not Sign Contract Extension This Summer

Los Angeles Kings defenseman Drew Doughty will not be signing a contract extension this summer, according to a report from Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.ca. The news confirms that negotiations regarding a new deal for the veteran blueliner are not moving forward during the current offseason window. Doughty remains a cornerstone of the Kings' roster, but his contractual status will remain unchanged for the immediate future as the team heads into the next phase of their schedule.