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Adrian Kempe's shootout winner lifts Kings past Oilers

Adrian Kempe scored the shootout winner as the visiting Los Angeles Kings edged the Edmonton Oilers 4-3 on Saturday night. Corey Perry, Andre Lee, and Alex Laferriere scored in regulation for the Kings, who avoided a third straight loss and improved to 5-7-3 over their past 15 games overall.

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FINAL – Kings 4, Oilers 3 (SO) – Lee, Laferriere, Hiller

With five saves in overtime and a perfect 3-for-3 effort in the shootout, goaltender Anton Forsberg helped lead the LA Kings (19-15-10) to a 4-3 win over the Edmonton Oilers (22-16-7) on Saturday night at Rogers Place in the first meeting of the two Pacific Division foes this season.

Los Angeles Kings News / Field Level Media / January 10

Kings place F Anze Kopitar on IR, get back F Corey Perry

Los Angeles Kings captain Anze Kopitar was placed on injured reserve Saturday after being listed as day-to-day following a lower-body injury in Monday's 4-2 home win against the Minnesota Wild.

Corey Perry News / Daily Faceoff / January 10

Kings’ Corey Perry returns after leave of absence

The Los Angeles Kings have announced that forward Corey Perry will be returning to the lineup for Saturday’s game against the Edmonton Oilers after a leave of absence.

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Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 10

Los Angeles Kings Make Multiple Roster Moves

The Los Angeles Kings will have a different look against the Edmonton Oilers tonight. According to a team announcement, the Kings have returned forward Corey Perry from the non-roster list, placed Anže Kopitar on the injured reserve, and have reassigned Cole Guttman to the AHL’s Ontario Reign.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / January 10

Ontario Reign: Three Takeaways From 5-4 SO Win Over Henderson

Despite being shorthanded, the Ontario Reign found a way to grab two points over the Henderson Silver Knights on Friday night. First period: ONT: PP Koehn

Quinton Byfield News / LA Kings Insider / January 9

FINAL – Kings 1, Jets 5 – Kempe, Byfield, Hiller

The LA Kings (18-15-10) fell behind early Friday night and weren’t able to get back in the game, dropping a 5-1 contest to the Winnipeg Jets (16-22-5) at Canada Life Centre in the final matchup between the teams this season.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 9

Jets Dominate Kings in 5-1 Win

The Los Angeles Kings kicked off their weekend road trip to Canada on Friday with the first of two games, opening their visit in Winnipeg to face the Jets.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / January 9

Kings’ Inconsistency and Mediocrity Are Being Masked by an Anemic Pacific Division

Just over half of the 2025-26 season has been completed, and the Los Angeles Kings are sporting an 18-14-10 record with 46 points, good enough for the

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / January 9

Offense continues to be a concern for the Los Angeles Kings

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NHL News / Field Level Media / January 9

Skidding Jets look to take advantage of short-handed Kings

The Los Angeles Kings could remain severely short-handed up front when they visit the struggling Winnipeg Jets on Friday night. The Kings were without captain Anze Kopitar and fellow forwards Corey Perry, Trevor Moore and Joel Armia in a 4-3 overtime loss to the visiting San Jose Sharks on Wednesday.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 8

Kings Recall Cole Guttman, Place Trevor Moore On IR

The Kings announced they’ve recalled forward Cole Guttman from AHL Ontario on an emergency basis. Winger Trevor Moore was moved to injured reserve, retroactive to Dec.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / January 8

Ontario Reign: Three Takeaways From 4-3 Win Over Iowa

The Ontario Reign led by two goals three times and hung on for a 4-3 victory over the Iowa Wild for their third straight win. First period: ONT: Kenny

Corey Perry News / Daily Faceoff / January 8

Kings' Corey Perry granted leave to deal with family illness

The Los Angeles Kings announced that forward Corey Perry has been designated non-roster playing status, as he is returning home to deal with an illness in his family.

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Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 7

Kings Recall Andre Lee, Taylor Ward

The Kings added forwards Andre Lee and Taylor Ward to the roster on recall from AHL Ontario, per a team announcement. Winger Corey Perry was placed on the non-roster list in a corresponding move as he deals with the illness of a family member, according to Dennis Bernstein of The Fourth Period.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / January 6

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 12/29

Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings‘ weekly prospect update. This weekly prospect update was highlighted by goaltenders Erik Portillo and Hampton Slukynsky.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / January 2

Will Ferrell's Behavior During Kings-Lightning Game Draws Attention

The Los Angeles Kings lost two points on New Year as they fell 5-3 to the Tampa Bay Lightning inside Crypto.com Arena after leading 3-2 earlier in the game.