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Kings’ Lack of Goal Scoring Is Killing Them, Shrinks Margin for Error

With under a minute left to play in the second period against the up-and-coming Chicago Blackhawks, Thursday night, the Los Angeles Kings scratched, scrambled, and crawled in desperate hopes of tying up the game at one, on a golden opportunity that was handed to them via the mishandling of the puck by goaltender Spencer Knight behind the goal.

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Projected Lineup: Reign vs. Wranglers, Plus Notes on Changes for B2B with Calgary

It’s been quite the week for head coach Andrew Lord and company. On Tuesday morning, the team announced that center Akil Thomas had been traded to the St.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 5

Expect another 1-goal verdict when Kings host Blackhawks again

The Los Angeles Kings won't have to wait long for another opportunity to find their offense and solve the Chicago Blackhawks. Less than 48 hours after losing to Chicago, the Kings host the Blackhawks again on Saturday night.

Ken Holland News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 5

Ken Holland shuts down Kings’ coaching change

The Los Angeles Kings have been a streaky team so far during the 2025-26 season. They got off to a brutal start in October, losing 5 of their first 7 games and struggling to find a consistent offensive attack.

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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.

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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.

Kenny Connors News / LA Kings Insider / December 5

Kenny Connors is turning some heads early in his first professional season in Ontario

Kenny Connors is enjoying a tremendous start to his rookie campaign with the Ontario Reign. Connors, 22, has accumulated four goals and 11 points in 19 games.

NHL News / LA Kings Insider / December 5

FINAL – Kings 1, Blackhawks 2 – Kuemper, Foegele, Hiller

The LA Kings dropped another close game, as they fell by a 2-1 margin on Thursday evening against the Chicago Blackhawks. The opening period came and went without a goal, despite Los Angeles and Chicago combining for 25 shots on goal between them.

Drew Doughty News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 4

Kings’ Drew Doughty set to return to lineup vs. Blackhawks

The Los Angeles Kings are 12-7-7 going into a Thursday night showdown against the Chicago Blackhawks in LA. Kings veteran defenseman Drew Doughty exited the game on November 15 against the Ottawa Senators and was not able to return due to a lower-body injury.

Drew Doughty News / Breakaway on SI / December 4

Kings Star Defenseman Returning from Injury vs. Blackhawks

The Los Angeles Kings will be able to breathe a little easier as star defenseman Drew Doughty was activated off injured reserve prior to the team’s game against the Chicago Blackhawks tonight.

Drew Doughty News / Daily Faceoff / December 4

Kings’ Drew Doughty to return after seven-game absence

The Los Angeles Kings will get a boost on their blue line as team reporter Zach Dooley confirmed Thursday Drew Doughty has been cleared to return to the lineup for the Kings’ matchup against the Chicago Blackhawks.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 3

St. Louis Blues recall veteran forward Matt Luff

The St. Louis Blues have recalled a stopgap as the team navigates multiple injuries to their forward core.

Akil Thomas News / Hockey Royalty / December 2

The Akil Thomas Trade is Another Reminder of ‘What could have been?’ in a Once Highly Touted the Kings’ Prospect Pool

Five years ago, the LA Kings once had a prospect pool with an abundance of talent. Depending on who you followed or read, the Kings’ prospect pool was ranked either first or second.

Samuel Helenius News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 2

Kings sign Samuel Helenius to two-year extension

The Kings announced that they’ve signed center Samuel Helenius to a two-year contract extension.

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Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / December 2

Much Needed Changes Coming to Kings’ Struggling Power Play

What transformed into one of the most dangerous aspects of the Los Angeles Kings’ offense after last season’s trade deadline, and even propelled them to

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / December 2

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 11/24

Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings‘ weekly prospect update. This week’s update was highlighted by Jimmy Lombardi, who had four goals and one assist for five points in three games.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 30

Takeaways From Kings Finding a Way in Wonky, Low-Event Affair vs Canucks

Have you ever seen three goals be under review back-to-back-to-back in the first five minutes of the opening frame? What could have ended up being a hot start for both the Los Angeles Kings and Vancouver Canucks, was instead the cause of a sloppy, discombobulated, low-event affair.

Adrian Kempe News / Field Level Media / November 30

Kings' OT hero Adrian Kempe strikes again vs. Canucks

Adrian Kempe scored his third overtime goal of the season at 3:58 to lift the Los Angeles Kings to a 2-1 victory against the visiting Vancouver Canucks on Saturday night.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / November 24

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 11/17

Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings‘ weekly prospect update. This week’s update was highlighted by Kenny Connors, who is off to a great start in his professional career with the Ontario Reign.

Adrian Kempe News / NHL Trade Talk / November 17

Kings Keep Their Guy: How L.A. Landed Adrian Kempe Under $11 Million

The Los Angeles Kings got the deal they absolutely had to get done — and they did it on their terms. Adrian Kempe, the team’s leading scorer for two straight seasons and the heartbeat of their forward group, signed an eight-year extension on Sunday at a tidy $10.625 million AAV.

Los Angeles Kings News / Last Word On Sports / November 16

Report: Los Angeles Kings Extend Star Forward

The Los Angeles Kings have taken care of an important piece of business. News emerged late Sunday afternoon that the Kings and forward Adrian Kempe have reportedly agreed to a contract extension.