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NHL roundup: Adrian Kempe's hat trick lifts Kings past Sharks

Adrian Kempe notched his fifth NHL hat trick to lead the Los Angeles Kings to a 7-2 win over the visiting San Jose Sharks on Wednesday. Kempe also had an assist for the Kings, who are 5-3-0 since starting the season 0-4-2.

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Kings: Overreaction trade Los Angeles must make amid inconsistent start to NHL season

The Los Angeles Kings won big against the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday night. It was a win they certainly needed. Los Angeles cruised to a 7-2 triumph over Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks.

Brandt Clarke News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 5

Brandt Clarke’s ‘fortunate’ message amid potential breakout season

The Los Angeles Kings have struggled early in the 2026-27 NHL season. They began the year winless, and did pick up some big wins after breaking that first losing streak.

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The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Adrian Kempe News / Field Level Media / November 5

Adrian Kempe's hat trick keeps Kings on upswing vs. Sharks

Adrian Kempe notched his fifth NHL hat trick to lead the Los Angeles Kings to a 7-2 win over the visiting San Jose Sharks on Wednesday night. Kempe also had an assist for the Kings, who are 5-3-0 in their past eight games after starting the season 0-4-2.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 4

Kings Recall Kenny Connors; Reassign Taylor Ward

Yesterday afternoon, the Los Angeles Kings announced that they recalled forward Kenny Connors from the AHL’s Ontario Reign. In a corresponding roster move, the Kings reassigned Taylor Ward.

Hampton Slukynsky News / Hockey Royalty / November 4

Analysis: Why Hampton Slukynsky Was Loaned to the Greenville Swamp Ribbits (ECHL)

The Ontario Reign’s three-goalie rotation appears to be no more. Yesterday morning, the LA Kings reassigned rookie goaltender Hampton Slukynsky to the ECHL’s Greenville Swamp Rabbits.

Alex Turcotte News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 3

Alex Turcotte Back At Kings Practice

Los Angeles Kings forward Alex Turcotte returned to full participation at Kings practice on Tuesday morning, per Jesse Cohen of the KingsMen Podcast. This

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / November 3

LA Kings’ Early-Season Defensive Breakdowns and Shot Production

The 2026-27 season for the Los Angeles Kings has been an interesting one by far. Through their first 13 games played, the Kings hold a 4-7-2 record, with 36 goals scored and 45 allowed.

NHL News / Ball Exclusives / November 3

Kings Host Sharks in Pacific Division Rematch

The Los Angeles Kings host the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday at 10 p.m. EST in a Pacific Division matchup — the second meeting between the teams this season.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / November 3

Ontario Reign: Pluses and Minuses From Week 5

Week five was a dud for the Ontario Reign. For the first time in the young season, the club went winless in a week, losing three games. Ontario started the week with a 4-1 road loss to the Henderson Silver Knights, then dropped both home games to the Tucson Roadrunners.

Vojtech Cihar News / MayorsManor.com / November 2

ROSTER MOVE: Kings Assign Cihar to WHL After Brief Stint with AHL Ontario

As reported on Sunday, the LA Kings have assigned 19-year-old prospect Vojtech Cihar back to the WHL. He had been auditioning with AHL Ontario for the past month.

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Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / November 2

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 10/26

Another week has passed, which means it’s time for our weekly LA Kings prospect update. This week’s update was highlighted by a college hockey prospect: Kristian Epperson.

Vojtech Cihar News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 1

Kings Assign Vojtech Cihar To WHL

The Kings have changed the plan for one of their prospects. Per the AHL’s transactions log, the team has reassigned forward Vojtech Cihar from AHL Ontario to WHL Kelowna.

Martin Chromiak News / Inside The Rink / November 2

Martin Chromiak Makes NHL Debut After 276 Games With Ontario Reign

After 276 American Hockey League games with the Ontario Reign, Martin Chromiak made his NHL debut with the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday, October 31, against the Buffalo Sabres.

Brandt Clarke News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 30

Brandt Clarke joins laundry list of Kings injuries in OT win vs. Senators

The Los Angeles Kings were able to defeat the Ottawa Senators in overtime on Thursday night, stymying a late Sens comeback to win 6-5. But they also lost one of their key defensemen during the game.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / October 30

5 LA Kings Milestones to Keep an Eye on This Season

The 2026-27 season is still in its early stages, but there are already several career milestones worth watching for the Los Angeles Kings. With veterans such as Drew Doughty, Artemi Panarin, and Adrian Kempe assuming important roles this season, it is worth observing several notable milestones.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 30

Kings squander 4-goal edge in third period, nip Senators in OT

Quinton Byfield snapped in a wrist shot from the top edge of the left circle at 3:37 of overtime as the Los Angeles Kings, despite blowing a four-goal lead in the third period, pulled out a 6-5 victory over visiting Ottawa Senators on Thursday night.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Lead / October 29

Was the Kings’ First Win a Turning Point or a Temporary Reprieve?

The Los Angeles Kings finally secured their first win of the season against the Washington Capitals on Oct. 20. Since then, however, their results have been mixed, leaving questions about whether the team has genuinely turned a corner or simply enjoyed a brief reprieve.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / October 29

Power Play Changes the LA Kings Need to Make

The Los Angeles Kings have played 11 games in the 2026–27 regular season and currently rank 30th among 32 NHL teams. Their power-play performance is one area worth analyzing as they look to climb the standings.

Martin Chromiak News / Inside The Rink / October 27

AHL: Martin Chromiak Named Player of the Week 10/19-10/25

The Ontario Reign went 2-1-0 last week. They won 3-2 over the Calgary Wranglers on Tuesday night. Then over the weekend, they split their two games with the Texas Stars.

Mats Zuccarello News / Daily Faceoff / October 26

Kings’ Zuccarello out against Rangers with upper-body injury

A veteran presence is going to be out of action once again, this time ahead of another anticipated return to Madison Square Garden. When speaking to reporters,

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / October 24

A disastrous season is exactly what the Kings need

Sometimes, a step backward is the best path forward.

Brandt Clarke lifts Kings past Islanders in overtime

The 'Los Angeles Kings Stanley Cup-winning teams' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 22

Four NHL players looking to break out of early slumps

The 2026-27 NHL season is still in its early stages, but several established players have struggled to find their footing. While some teams have gotten off to impressive starts, others are already searching for answers.

Senators fans give Brady Tkachuk well-deserved cold reception in return to Ottawa

Tim Stutzle's personal chef trolls Brady Tkachuk after Senators' win over Panthers

Panthers-Senators was exactly the jolt of excitement the NHL needed

Penguins explain Ben Kindel medical emergency after his return to Pittsburgh

Panthers goaltender Cooper Black to make NHL debut, break interesting NHL record

Quinton Byfield News / Daily Faceoff / October 20

Kings’ Quinton Byfield exits game with upper-body injury

The Los Angeles Kings are in the midst of a nightmarish start to their 2026-27 season, and they got dealt another blue during their game on Tuesday night.