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Switzerland's Kevin Fiala Out for Remainder of Olympics Following Injury

Switzerland and Los Angeles Kings forward Kevin Fiala suffered a leg injury and was taken off the ice on a stretcher late during play against Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.

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Swiss Team Provides Unfortunate Update on Kevin Fiala Injury

The Kevin Fiala injury update is not good. According to the Swiss Ice Hockey PR account and their official team website, “Kevin Fiala was injured in the second group game against Canada and will miss the rest of the Olympic tournament.” Fiala was down on the ice with a serious injury late in the third period of Switzerland’s loss to Team Canada.

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Kings’ Kevin Fiala Suffers Significant Injury

One of the main reasons NHL teams opposed player participation in the Olympics was the concern over injuries that could be avoided. That fear has come to fruition for the Los Angeles Kings.

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / February 13

Switzerland’s Kevin Fiala stretchered off with injury vs. Canada

After already dealing with two other injuries during Friday night’s 5-1 loss to Canada, Switzerland suffered their biggest blow yet, as Kevin Fiala had to be stretchered off the ice after sustaining an injury.

Olympics News / Yardbarker / February 14

Ugly Kevin Fiala injury highlights risk NHL takes at Olympics

While the tournament itself is thrilling fans and a source of pride for players, there is an enormous risk for the league with relatively little reward.

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Los Angeles Kings News / NHL Trade Talk / February 13

Kevin Fiala Suffers Serious Leg Injury at 2026 Olympics

Kevin Fiala suffered an apparent serious injury during Switzerland’s Olympic game on Friday at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games, casting a shadow over his ability to play the rest of the tournament.

Kevin Fiala News / LA Kings Insider / February 13

Kevin Fiala and Mike Buckley

Kevin Fiala (Switzerland) and Mike Buckley (goalie coach LA Kings/USA) join Jared Shafran and Zach Dooley to discuss their upcoming trip to the Winter Olympic Games in Italy.

Andre Lee News / MayorsManor.com / February 12

RECAP: Andre Lee at 2026 AHL All-Star Game

Nearly 2,000 miles from Toyota Arena, Andre Lee made the Inland Empire proud while representing Ontario at the AHL All-Star festivities in Rockford, Illinois.

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / February 11

LA Kings Prospect Tracker: Week Ending February 10, 2026

Week 18 of the Prospect Tracker was a whirlwind. Liam Greentree was traded to the Rangers as part of the package for Artemi Panarin, ending his time as LA’s top forward prospect.

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Koehn Ziemmer News / Hockey Royalty / February 11

'He’s Quietly Becoming a Great Story For Us': Koehn Ziemmer’s Hat Trick Highlights His Quiet Development

The adage hard work pays off held true last Saturday for Koehn Ziemmer. The story of the game was defined by another never-say-die mentality that led to the Ontario Reign’s 4-3 comeback win over the Bakersfield Condors, as both teams headed into the All-Star break.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / February 9

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 2/2

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Artemi Panarin News / Total Pro Sports / February 9

NHL Trade Rumors: After Acquiring Artemi Panarin, Kings Eye Canadiens’ $34.8 Million Offensive Upgrade

The Los Angeles Kings wasted no time making noise this month. Their bold move to acquire Artemi Panarin from the New York Rangers signaled that the Kings are firmly in win-now mode, and it does not look like they are done reshaping their roster.

Artemi Panarin News / NHL Trade Talk / February 8

Kraken Missed On Artemi Panarin, But Expect Them To Take Second Swing

The Seattle Kraken arose as a surprising bidder in the Artemi Panarin sweepstakes before he accepted a trade to the Los Angeles Kings. Everyone would soon find out that Panarin’s only option was the Kings, but if the Russian forward were willing to go to the highest bidder, he’d now be a Kraken.

Warren Foegele News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 7

Kings’ Surplus At Forward Could Make Warren Foegele Expandable

The Los Angeles Kings could stick around the trade market when the NHL returns from their three-week break for the Winter Olympics. General manager Ken Holland joined TNT Sports’ NHL Game Break to breakdown the team’s acquisition of star winger Artemi Panarin, and referenced the team’s wealth of forwards with their latest addition.

Brandt Clarke News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 7

Kings Have Started Extension Talks With Brandt Clarke

Back in 2021, the Kings drafted defenseman Brandt Clarke eighth overall with the hopes that he could emerge as a key contributor on their back end. While there were some stops and starts early on in his career, he has now emerged as a legitimate top-four player.

Anze Kopitar News / Breakaway on SI / February 6

Kings' Anze Kopitar Becomes Fifth Active Player to Hit Major Milestone

A secondary assist on a first-period goal carried significance beyond the scoreboard Thursday night at T-Mobile Arena. The veteran center from Slovenia added another entry to a resume already decorated with championships and individual honors, reaching a milestone that places him among the greatest players the sport has ever produced.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / February 6

Kings Land Panarin, Commit to Winning Now

Nothing’s been louder than the noise behind superstar winger Artemi Panarin since it was revealed that the New York Rangers were looking to move on. It’s been rumor after rumor, with many of them involving the Los Angeles Kings.

Anze Kopitar News / Daily Faceoff / February 6

Kings’ Kopitar becomes 39th NHLer to record 1,300 career points

Anze Kopitar recorded an assist during the Los Angeles Kings’ game against the Vegas Golden Knights Thursday night, becoming the 39th player in NHL history to record 1,300 career regular-season points.

NHL News / Yardbarker / February 4

Artemi Panarin trade signals different things for Kings, Rangers

Artemi Panarin trade signals two different approaches for Kings, Rangers

From one big city to another, Artemi Panarin has been traded by the New York Rangers to the Los Angeles Kings.

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Joe Hicketts News / Field Level Media / February 4

Joe Hicketts relishes chance to play for Kings against Kraken

The Los Angeles Kings are close to being 100% healthy at the forward position, but they might need to patch together a defense when they host the Seattle Kraken on Tuesday night.

Cole Krygier News / Inside The Rink / February 2

ECHL: Cole Krygier Signs Overseas With EC Salzburg

Defenseman Cole Krygier has signed overseas for the 2025–26 season, joining EC Salzburg of the ICEHL after time in the ECHL and AHL. Krygier makes the move to Europe following a productive stretch with the Savannah Ghost Pirates, where he appeared in 26 games and recorded four goals and four assists for eight points while finishing plus-16.