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In a razor-thin prospect pool, the LA Kings have built a promising future in net with four goalies in the pipeline. Back when the Kings had the number-one or number-two-ranked prospect pool (depending on who you followed) five years ago, the one area they lacked potential in was the goaltending position.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / May 12

Los Angeles Kings Needs, and the New York Islanders Will Have Some Blue Line Options

Dennis Bernstein of The Fourth Period: Life without their No. 1 center and captain, Anze Kopitar, is a reality now for the Los Angeles Kings. Acquiring Artemi Panarin at the deadline and extending him for two years helps, but he’s a game-breaking winger with offense.

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / May 11

Player Evaluations: Forwards (Full Season)

Jim Fox joins host Jesse Cohen to evaluate the forward corps that spent the entire 2025-26 season in LA and could potentially return next season. The pair discuss the play and status of Andrei Kuzmenko, Kevin Fiala, Jeff Malott, Samuel Helenius, Joel Armia, Trevor Moore, Alex Laferriere, Quinon Byfield and Adrian Kempe.

Anze Kopitar News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz

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

The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

The 'Playoff goal-leaders by NHL team' quiz

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / May 11

Hockey Royalty: The 2025-26 season has come to an end

Dear Kings/Reign/Hockey/Hockey Royalty fans, Well, my fifth year of following the Ontario Reign – third one as a member of the media – is officially in the books.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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 10

Reign Eliminated from Calder Cup Playoffs, 3 Takeaways from Ontario’s Game 5 Loss

A historic season for coach Andrew Lord and the Ontario Reign came to a heartbreaking end in double overtime on Saturday night, as they fell to the visiting Coachella Valley Firebirds in a winner-take-all Game 5.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / May 10

Ontario Reign: Three Takeaways From Game 5’s 3-2 Double OT Loss

The Ontario Reign suffered a heartbreaking season-ending loss in double overtime to the Coachella Valley Firebirds in their Game 5 defeat. First period:

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / May 8

3 Takeaways from Ontario Reign Loss in Game 4 of the Calder Cup Playoffs

Thursday night did not bring the result Andrew Lord and Co. were looking for, as the Coachella Valley Firebirds cruised to a 6-2 win in the desert, forcing a winner-take-all Game 5 at Toyota Arena.

Bruce Cassidy News / The Hockey Writers / May 7

Kings Should Hire Bruce Cassidy to Be Their Next Head Coach

Since the 2017 offseason, the Los Angeles Kings have remained in a state of rebuilding and reshaping their entire roster. Season after season, the Kings experience difficulty moving past Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

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

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 / 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.

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Ken Holland 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 / 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.

Brandt Clarke 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.

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.

Jared Wright News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 27

Kings To Reassign Jared Wright

The Los Angeles Kings are going to reassign forward Jared Wright to their AHL affiliate, the Ontario Reign, reports Anthony Collazo of Mayor’s Manor. The Kings telegraphed this move earlier in the year, when they made a paper transaction to reassign Wright to the AHL so he could be eligible to re-join Ontario in the postseason.

Anze Kopitar 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.

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

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 20