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Flames Top Kings 2-1 in Overtime

Making a quick pit stop at home before heading back out on the road, the Los Angeles Kings welcomed the Calgary Flames, along with the only Californian-born goaltending tandem in the NHL, to Crypto.com Arena on Saturday night.

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Angeles Analysis – “We’ve Got To Find Ways To Score More Goals”

Anyone else starting to miss FINAL – Kraken 9, Kings 8 (OT)? Okay fine, not really. But it would kind of feel like a nice change of pace from what we’re seeing right now, which is the exact opposite of that game.

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / December 14

FINAL – Kings 1, Flames 2 (OT) – Kopitar, Dumoulin, Hiller

The LA Kings once again went into overtime but once again came up short, as they skated to a 2-1 overtime defeat on Saturday evening at Crypto.com Arena.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 12

Kings rue penalty problems, try to clean them up vs. Flames

Leading the NHL with six short-handed goals is a notable achievement for the Los Angeles Kings, but they're intent on not relying on them as they prepare to host the Calgary Flames on Saturday.

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Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / December 11

Busy itinerary helped make Kings mom’s trip a special experience for all

During hockey season, NHL players have an on-the-go lifestyle and schedule that keeps them busy. Between games, practice, travel and other team activities, there isn’t a lot of downtime.

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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.

Joel Armia News / LA Kings Insider / December 11

A quietly effective Joel Armia continues to merit the minutes he’s earned for the Kings

Joel Armia is a quiet man off the ice. On the ice, perhaps quietly effective would be a better term. Armia has proven to be one of the brightest stories on the Kings in the early stages of the season.

Joel Edmundson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 11

Kings’ defenseman Joel Edmundson pinpoints easy fix that squandered Kraken game

The Los Angeles Kings are now 4-2-4 over their last 10 games and are slowly slipping down the Pacific Division standings. The team suffered another overtime loss to the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday night, which snapped a two-game winning streak.

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / December 11

FINAL – Kings 2, Kraken 3 (OT) – Forsberg, Edmundson, Hiller

The LA Kings were unable to hold onto a late lead, as they dropped a 3-2 overtime decision against the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday evening at Climate Pledge Arena in Washington.

Vojtech Cihar News / Daily Faceoff / December 10

Kings sign Vojtech Cihar to three-year, entry-level contract

The Los Angeles Kings have announced that they’ve signed winger Vojtech Cihar to a three-year, entry-level contract with a cap hit of $975,000. At this point in time, the only confirmed details about Cihar’s contract are the term and the cap hit, as the Kings did not mention if the deal comes with any performance bonuses.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 9

Kings’ Win Over Mammoth Reinforces a Season Defined by Distinct Home and Road Personalities

Black and white – two colors that sit on opposite ends of everything, and the two colors the Los Angeles Kings drape across their bodies before every game.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / December 9

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 12/1

Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings‘ weekly prospect update. Defenseman Kirill Kirsanov highlighted this week’s update. Kirsanov played in both games for the Ontario Reign this weekend and scored his first two AHL goals.

Los Angeles Kings News / Field Level Media / December 8

Joel Armia's 2-goal effort guides Kings past Mammoth

Joel Armia scored two goals for the Los Angeles Kings in a 4-2 win against the Utah Mammoth on Monday night in Salt Lake City. Adrian Kempe had a goal and an assist, Anze Kopitar also scored, Kevin Fiala had two assists and Darcy Kuemper made 19 saves for the Kings, who have won two in a row following a 2-3-3 stretch.

Phillip Danault News / The Sick Podcast / December 8

Could Buying-Low On Phillip Danault Be A Solution as The 2nd Line Centre

Former Montreal Canadiens centre Phillip Danault has struggled to produce with the Los Angeles Kings this season and has recently been put on the trade block.

Phillip Danault News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 8

Kings exploring change-of-scenery options with Phillip Danault

On today’s rendition of 32 Thoughts, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reports that the Los Angeles Kings are exploring a change-of-scenery trade with center Phillip Danault.

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NHL Predictions: December 8th Los Angeles Kings vs Utah Mammoth

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

Phillip Danault News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 7

Could Kings trade veteran center Phillip Danault?

Yesterday evening, Bleacher Report’s Frank Seravalli reported that “trade chatter is picking up” around Los Angeles Kings pivot Phillip Danault. According

Darcy Kuemper News / Field Level Media / December 6

Backed by Kings' 6 goals, Darcy Kuemper blanks Blackhawks

Darcy Kuemper made 23 saves for the Los Angeles Kings in a 6-0 win against the visiting Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday night. It's the second shutout of the season for Kuemper and the 38th of his NHL career, which is eighth on the NHL active list.

Phillip Danault News / NHL Trade Talk / December 6

Trade Chatter Involves Kings Moving Phillip Danault

As per NHL insider Frank Seravalli, “Sources: Trade chatter is picking up around #LAKings center Phil Danault. Multiple teams have inquired with LA on his availability.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL Trade Talk / December 5

Kings Deny Coaching Change, Biggest Name Available Not Being Hired

Despite whatever rumors exist in the NHL, the Los Angeles Kings have shot down and confirmed that the team is looking to make a coaching change. Several insider sources confirmed that Kings GM Ken Holland has said there is no truth to the rumors.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 5

Kings expected to add scoring ahead of trade deadline

The Los Angeles Kings are having a really hard time scoring goals in 2025-26. After sitting in the upper echelon of the National Hockey League with an average of 3.04 goals per game last season, it’s been a much more sobering narrative this time around.