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The OHL’s J. Ross Robertson Cup Finals are set to begin tonight and LA Kings prospect Jared Woolley will be involved for the third consecutive season. Woolley is a part of a Kitchener Rangers team that is in search of their first OHL championship since 2008, after he was acquired via trade from the London […]

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / May 6

3 Takeaways from Ontario Reign Victory in Game 3 of the Calder Cup Playoffs

If it sounds familiar, it should. The Ontario Reign rallied once again in the third period to come from behind and win. Facing a 1-0 deficit on the scoreboard, and under pressure for nearly 40 minutes to open Game 3, coach Andrew Lord’s squad responded with two goals in 80 seconds and then locked things down defensively.

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The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz

Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?

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Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / May 6

Ontario Reign: Three Takeaways From Game 3’s 2-1 Win

The Ontario Reign scored twice in the third period to turn the game around and hold on for a 2-1 win to take a 2-1 series lead. First period: CV: Jani

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

NHL News / MayorsManor.com / May 5

RD2, Game 3: Reign Projected Lineup at Firebirds, as Goaltending Questions Arise

With their second round series tied 1-1, a shift to Coachella Valley for Game 3 sets the stage for a pivotal matchup between the Reign and Firebirds. If

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / May 5

Seven Names to Track: Who Might Be the Next LA Kings Coach?

Coming off their 2025-26 season, the LA Kings appear to be at a crossroads of sorts. Last summer, they were coming off the team’s most successful run of regular season hockey in franchise history.

Ken Holland News / NHL Trade Talk / May 4

Was There More Behind Holland’s Exit Than We Thought?

Let’s unpack Ken Holland’s exit from the Edmonton Oilers without reaching for the tinfoil hats. Officially, it was a mutual parting of ways. His five-year run wrapped up after the Oilers’ Game 7 loss to Florida in the 2024 Stanley Cup Final, and both sides basically called time.

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / May 3

2026 Exit Interviews – Moore, Forsberg, Clarke, Dumoulin, Byfield, Laughton

With exit interviews for Kings players happening last week, continuing through the players here with a look at guys with a variety of different things to say.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 2

Kings haven’t committed to DJ Smith as permanent head coach

The Los Angeles Kings have formally entered a full-scale head coach search following their early postseason exit. They ended the postseason without a single win after losing to the the Colorado Avalanche in the first round.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / May 2

Ontario Reign: Three Takeaways From Game 2’s 5-1 Win

The Ontario Reign played more like themselves, and it showed in a crucial Game 2 win as the series shifts to Coachella Valley. First period: CV: Lleyton

Brandt Clarke News / The Hockey Writers / May 2

Analyzing Brandt Clarke’s 2026 Playoff Performance for the Kings

One of the most notable young players, especially during the playoffs, who comes to mind is Brandt Clarke, who just finished his first 40-point season and proved he is ready to handle top-four minutes for years to come.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / May 2

'I don’t think I got anything wrong'

LA Kings General Manager Ken Holland met the media on Friday, and in terms of one-liners, he didn’t disappoint. While he played the hits, making references to how close the team was and how many points LA had in the 2024-25 season, Holland also brought some new material that was just as jaw-dropping.

Ken Holland News / MayorsManor.com / May 1

Six Takeaways from Holland’s End-of-Season Press Conference

Ken Holland didn’t sugarcoat it. LA’s General Manager opened his end-of-season press conference on Friday afternoon with a blunt assessment: “I’m not happy.

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Ken Holland News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 1

Kings’ Ken Holland defiantly stands by roster decisions after Avalanche sweep

The Los Angeles Kings are out of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. General manager Ken Holland watched his team put up a decent fight against the Colorado Avalanche.

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / May 1

REPORT: DJ Smith is a Candidate for Kings Head Coach, New Search Underway

Friday afternoon did not bring any clarity to DJ Smith’s coaching tenure in Los Angeles. General Manager Ken Holland announced the Kings will begin a coaching search immediately, and Smith is considered a candidate.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 30

Kings’ Drew Doughty wants to be LA’s captain after Anze Kopitar retirement

It’s the end of an era as Anze Kopitar has retired, and the Los Angeles Kings will need a new captain. Drew Doughty, another longtime player who has been an alternate captain for 10 years, has put his name in the running to become the new captain, according to Dan Greenspan of NHL.com.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 30

Kings’ Brandt Clarke Hoping For Bigger Role

One of the top priorities for the Los Angeles Kings this summer will be re-signing top, young defenseman Brandt Clarke. The 23 year old racked up 81 points in 185 NHL games on his entry-level contract, including 40 points while playing in all 82 games of this season.

Quinton Byfield News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 29

Kings’ Quinton Byfield Suffered Two Oblique Tears

As occurs each year, after teams are eliminated from the postseason, players start to disclose the injuries they were managing during the final stretch of the regular season and the playoffs.

Ken Holland News / Hockey Royalty / April 29

Ken Holland failed – now he has to fix it

“I don’t want to screw it up, because they had a good year, this is a good team, they had 105 points.” That was one of the lines from Ken Holland‘s introductory press conference as the LA Kings General Manager last May.

Drew Doughty News / The Hockey Writers / April 29

Does Drew Doughty Still Fit the LA Kings’ Long-Term Plan?

For nearly two decades, Drew Doughty has been the heartbeat of the Los Angeles Kings’ blue line. He’s a two-time Stanley Cup champion (2012 and 2014) and a Norris Trophy winner.

Anze Kopitar News / Larry Brown Sports / April 28

Anze Kopitar had the most adorable reaction to life after his final NHL game

Even after his final NHL game, Anze Kopitar still has plenty to look forward to. The Los Angeles Kings star is now ready to be a full-time dad to his two kids, daughter Neza and son Jakob.

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / April 27

What is the future of the Kings without Anze Kopitar?

Los Angeles Kings center Anze Kopitar’s center had his career come to an end on Sunday as the Kings suffered a sweep at the hands of the Colorado Avalanche.

Los Angeles Kings News / Total Apex Sports / April 25

Los Angeles Kings Face Elimination Going Into Game 4, Have To Take Victory

The Colorado Avalanche are up 3-0 against the Los Angeles Kings, who will need to win in Game 4 or be eliminated from the playoffs. Given that the Avalanche

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / April 25

What a Fifth Consecutive First-Round Exit Would Mean for the Kings

The Los Angeles Kings are down 3-0 in the series to the Colorado Avalanche. Despite the recent acquisition of Artemi Panarin and the leadership of Anže Kopitar, the Kings have found themselves consistently outclassed by a Colorado roster that is younger, faster, and more aggressive.

Trevor Lewis News / Daily Faceoff / April 22

Trevor Lewis announces retirement after 17-year NHL career

One of the more decorated players in the modern era has hung up his skates. On Wednesday, longtime forward Trevor Lewis announced his retirement after 17 seasons in the NHL.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 21

Hurricanes put Senators on the ropes with double OT Game 2 win

The Carolina Hurricanes dealt the Ottawa Senators a possibly devastating blow in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference first-round series, the first instant classic of the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs.

Brady Tkachuk sent wrong message to open playoffs for Senators

Flyers' Porter Martone continues incredible start in playoffs

Dan Vladar, Flyers shut out Penguins for 2-0 series edge

Oilers squander two-goal lead, then come back to edge Ducks

Wyatt Johnston tallies twice as Stars level series vs. Wild

Goalie interference reviews will be big problem in Stanley Cup playoffs

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 19

Scott Wedgewood should be Avalanche's primary postseason goalie after Game 1 win over Kings in Stanley Cup playoffs

It would make no sense for the Colorado Avalanche to take Wedgewood out of the net after his sharp performance against the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday.

Goalie interference reviews will be big problem in Stanley Cup playoffs

Top-seeded Avalanche stave off Kings in Game 1

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