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Fiala’s Injury Forces Kings to Consider Another Deadline Swing

Heading into the Olympic break, Los Angeles Kings general manager Ken Holland pushed his chips to the middle and pulled the trigger, landing superstar forward Artemi Panarin in a trade with the New York Rangers that sent prospect Liam Greentree, a 2026 conditional third-round pick, and a 2028 conditional fourth-round pick to New York.

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The LA Kings have to let Artemi Panarin “do what makes him special” to get the most out of their new star player

“Very good defensively, he’ll backcheck a lot and we’re going to use him on the PK.” First day back and Anze Kopitar’s got the jokes. The captain was asked what he expected the newest member of the LA Kings, Artemi Panarin, to bring to the group and he certainly delivered with the exact answer we […]

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / February 19

Ontario Reign: Three Takeaways From 4-2 Win Against Abbotsford

A three-goal second period was all the Ontario Reign needed to hold off the Abbotsford Canucks and snap their two-game losing streak. First period: None

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / February 18

6 Key Takeaways from Jim Hiller on Panarin’s First Day

\ Wednesday marked Artemi Panarin’s first day practicing in an LA Kings jersey, and head coach Jim Hiller met with the media to discuss a myriad of topics, including: the newest addition to his lineup, Kevin Fiala’s injury, and what the roster will likely look like coming out of the Olympic break.

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The 'Multiple 50-goal NHL seasons' quiz

In the history of the NHL, a total of 47 players have scored 50 goals in a season more than once. How many of the 47 can you name in six minutes?

The '60-goal NHL seasons' quiz

The 'Team USA Four Nations Face-Off roster' quiz

The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 18

Kings Recall Pheonix Copley, Place Kevin Fiala On IR

Earlier today, the Los Angeles Kings announced that they’ve recalled netminder Pheonix Copley from the AHL’s Ontario Reign. Additionally, the Kings have placed forward Kevin Fiala on the injured reserve, as expected.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / February 18

Kings Return To Practice! Panarin joins the team + 72/14/9 Line Expected & Updates on Anderson, Turcotte, Kuzmenko, Copley, Fiala

Welcoming back the LA Kings! Good to see the fellas back on the ice. For the first time since their 4-1 defeat in Vegas on February 5, the Kings hit the ice today for their first team practice coming out of the Olympic break.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL Trade Talk / February 18

Kevin Fiala’s Injury Has Elias Pettersson On The Kings’ Radar

Every NHL team’s worst nightmare at the Olympics came true for the Los Angeles Kings with Kevin Fiala’s leg injury against Team Canada. Fiala’s injury caused him to be taken off the ice on a stretcher and undergo surgery in Italy.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 17

1 trade Kings must make after Kevin Fiala injury

The Los Angeles Kings were dealt a significant blow during the 2026 Winter Olympics. Kevin Fiala suffered a season-ending injury while playing for Switzerland.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / February 17

What It Will Take for the Kings to Win the Cup Again

Let’s jump straight to the point: the Los Angeles Kings winning a third Stanley Cup feels like one of those debates that splits the passionate fanbase right down the middle.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 17

Trade Deadline Primer: Los Angeles Kings

With the Olympic break upon us, the trade deadline is under a month away. Where does each team stand, and what moves should they be looking to make? After looking at teams at the ends of the standings, we shift our focus to teams fighting for a playoff spot.

Adrian Kempe News / LA Kings Insider / February 17

Tune In: Adrian Kempe & Team Sweden vs. Team Latvia @ 12:10 PM Pacific

Kings forward Adrian Kempe is the only member of the organization in action today at the 2026 Winter Olympics, as Team Sweden takes on Team Latvia in the qualification playoff round of the tournament.

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / February 16

Olympics Group Stage Recap

Halfway Home, Insiders. Both in terms of Kings participation in the 2026 Olympic Winter Games and the break in LA Kings action, before the 2025-26 regular season gets back underway.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / February 16

Will Kevin Fiala’s injury impact future NHL player participation at the Olympics?

Whenever the NHL players sends its players to the Olympics, the hope is always that the tournament can be completed without a major injury. For one, because

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The 'Multiple 20-assist NBA games' quiz

The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz

Kevin Fiala News / Field Level Media / February 16

Kings F Kevin Fiala out for regular season after Olympics leg injury

Los Angeles Kings forward Kevin Fiala will miss the remainder of the regular season after surgery to repair a leg injury sustained last week while competing for Switzerland at the Milan Cortina Olympics.

Kevin Fiala News / NHL Trade Talk / February 16

Could Kings Look to $32M Forward as Replacement for Fiala?

After losing forward Kevin Fiala for the season to knee surgery, the Los Angeles Kings will need to make a decision. Are they going to try to replace his production on the trade market or make a run with the roster they have?

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / February 16

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 2/9

Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings‘ weekly prospect update. This week’s update saw two players have a strong week, making it a tough choice to make on who highlighted the week.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 15

Kings’ Kevin Fiala officially out for season after suffering broken leg at Olympics

The NHL is on its Olympic break as NHL players take part in the Olympic Games for the first time in over a decade. Participating in the Olympics is not without risk, as seen by the injury to star athlete Lindsey Vonn.

NHL News / Hockey Royalty / February 15

Ontario Reign: Three Takeaways From 2-1 Loss Against Abbotsford

Despite outshooting the Abbotsford Canucks by a wide margin, the Ontario Reign couldn’t get the equalizer in their 2-1 loss. First period: None Second

Los Angeles Kings News / Yardbarker / February 14

Kings star Kevin Fiala's status revealed after Olympic injury

The injury occurred during Friday's game between Switzerland and Canada at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympic Games.

Ugly Kevin Fiala injury highlights risk NHL takes at Olympics

The 'American-born NHL points leaders' quiz

Koehn Ziemmer News / Hockey Royalty / February 11

'He’s Quietly Becoming a Great Story For Us': Koehn Ziemmer’s Hat Trick Highlights His Quiet Development

The adage hard work pays off held true last Saturday for Koehn Ziemmer. The story of the game was defined by another never-say-die mentality that led to the Ontario Reign’s 4-3 comeback win over the Bakersfield Condors, as both teams headed into the All-Star break.

Anze Kopitar News / Breakaway on SI / February 6

Kings' Anze Kopitar Becomes Fifth Active Player to Hit Major Milestone

A secondary assist on a first-period goal carried significance beyond the scoreboard Thursday night at T-Mobile Arena. The veteran center from Slovenia added another entry to a resume already decorated with championships and individual honors, reaching a milestone that places him among the greatest players the sport has ever produced.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / February 6

Kings Land Panarin, Commit to Winning Now

Nothing’s been louder than the noise behind superstar winger Artemi Panarin since it was revealed that the New York Rangers were looking to move on. It’s been rumor after rumor, with many of them involving the Los Angeles Kings.