Los Angeles Kings fans enraged after Jonathan Quick gets traded: "How do you do that to a Kings legend?"

In a shocking turn of events, the Los Angeles Kings have traded their star goaltender Jonathan Quick to the Columbus Blue Jackets.

"#LAKings have traded Jonathan Quick to #CBJ. He is part of a deal that will send back Joonas Korpisalo."

As the news emerged, Twitter reacted strongly. Supporters of the Kings hated the decision, believing it to be disrespectful to a player of Quick's stature.

Fans weren't the only ones unhappy, as the goaltender himself is said to be very displeased.

Why the Los Angeles Kings traded Jonathan Quick

Jonathan Quick has not performed well this season, and this played a major part in the trade. In 31 games, Quick has achieved a save percentage of .876 while conceding 3.5 goals per game. There has also been a considerable reduction in game time and LA have only won 11 of his 27 starts.

Quick is in the final campaign of a 10-year deal worth $5.8 million per season. As such, it was better to get something for the 37-year-old while possible.

LA have also opted to strengthen their defense with the acquisition of defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov and goaltender Joonas Korpisalo. The former Columbus Blue Jackets duo have had decent seasons so far.

Gavrikov has played 56 games and has three goals and seven assists to his credit. Meanwhile, Korpisalo has played 28 games and concedes around three goals per game at a save percentage of over .910. Thus, both players add value to the King's defense and are likely to play a crucial role in the games to come.

The Kings are placed second in the Eastern Conference Pacific Division with 76 points. They have had a decent season offensively, but their defense has let them down by conceding around 3.4.

It will be interesting to see if LA's new signings start the next game or if they will be eased into the lineup. The Kings are scheduled to play the Montreal Canadiens this Thursday, March 2.