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On YouTubeDarcy Kuemper News / LA Kings Insider / December 28
Practice Notebook – Kuemper Updatem Kopitar Maintenance Day, Expected To Play in COL, Today’s Focus 
The LA Kings hit the ice for a short team practice today before taking off for Colorado. First things first, the Kings welcomed back goaltender Darcy Kuemper as a full participant for the first time since he suffered an upper-body injury earlier this month.
Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / December 28
WJC RECAP: Four Wins, One Goal, Plus Player Ejected for Hit to Head of Kings Prospect
From an LA Kings perspective, Saturday was a second straight big day of scheduled games before what will be a lull on Sunday. With six prospects at this year’s World Junior Championships — representing five different countries — all were in action except goalie Petteri Rimpinen, as Finland had the day off.
NHL News / LA Kings Insider / December 28
FINAL – Kings 6, Ducks 1 – Laferriere, Kopitar, Hiller
The LA Kings came out of the holiday break with a statement victory, as they skated to a 6-1 win over the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday evening at Crypto.com Arena.
The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz
Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / December 28
World Juniors: Notes From Day Two For Kings Prospects
Day two of the World Juniors is in the books, as all six LA Kings prospects were in action. As we turn the page to day three, see how all six Kings prospects representing their country did on day two.
Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?
NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.
Alex Laferriere News / Field Level Media / December 27
Alex Laferriere nets hat trick as Kings pound Ducks
Alex Laferriere notched his first career hat trick for the Los Angeles Kings in a 6-1 win against the visiting Anaheim Ducks on Saturday night. Quinton
Los Angeles Kings News / SwimSwam / December 26
2025-26 NCAA Men’s Power Rankings: Post-Invites Edition
By Sean Griffin on SwimSwam As in previous years, SwimSwam’s Power Rankings are somewhere between the CSCAA-style dual meet rankings and a pure prediction of NCAA finish order.
NHL News / Field Level Media / December 26
Ducks, Kings hope to bust slumps after holiday break
The Los Angeles Kings aren't where they expected to be in the Pacific Division standings coming out of the Christmas break, but winger Kevin Fiala doesn't seem overly concerned heading into the next matchup on Saturday evening against the visiting Anaheim Ducks.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / December 26
Six Players Set to Play at World Juniors
It’s late December, LA Kings fans! And with that comes everyone’s favorite time of the year: The Holidays and World Juniors! This year’s World Juniors will see six Kings prospects represent their country.
Jimmy Lombardi News / Hockey Royalty / December 25
Notes on Jimmy Lombardi Signing His Entry-level Contract
LA Kings prospect Jimmy Lombardi celebrated Christmas early by signing his entry-level contract on Monday. Lombardi, 19, became the second Kings draft pick from the 2025 class to ink his ELC (Vojtěch Čihař the other one).
Carter George News / Daily Faceoff / December 24
Meet Carter George, Canada’s No. 1 goaltender at the World Juniors – again
Given that most of Canada’s World Junior starting goalies have been 19 years old, there haven’t been many returning starters. Trevor Kidd holds the record for most games played by a Canadian goaltender, appearing in 13 from 1991-92 (he was the third goalie in 1990).
Jim Hiller News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 23
Kings make slight coaching adjustment amid brutal power play woes
The Los Angeles Kings have lost five of their last six games, including a 3-1 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Monday night. Coach Jim Hiller has been given a vote of confidence from the organization, despite calls for a change in LA.
Jimmy Lombardi News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 22
Los Angeles Kings Sign Jimmy Lombardi To Entry-Level Contract
The Los Angeles Kings have signed prospect forward Jimmy Lombardi to a three-year entry-level contract, according to an announcement from Lombardi’s agent Dan Milstein as well as a team announcement.
NHL News / Yardbarker / December 22
Three underperforming NHL players who must step up
We’re deep enough into the NHL season now that patience is starting to wear thin for some around the league.
Cole Guttman News / Inside The Rink / December 21
AHL: Ontario Reign Forward Suspended Two Games
Ontario Reign Forward Cole Guttman has been suspended by the AHL today. The suspension was handed down in result of Guttman’s illegal check to the head during the game against the San Jose Barracuda Saturday.
NHL News / Yardbarker / December 20
Canadiens' latest acquisition could fill void left by Jake Evans injury
Although they defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-0, the Montreal Canadiens delivered bad news to their fans.
NHL News / Yardbarker / December 20
Canadiens players take firm stance on Phillip Danault trade
The Montreal Canadiens have acquired Phillip Danault from the Los Angeles Kings.
Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / December 20
What’s Behind the Kings’ Inconsistent Play This Season?
The Los Angeles Kings’ 2025-26 season is shaping up to be run-of-the-mill. The team has amassed 39 points in 34 games played. While the number doesn’t seem too shabby three months in, the Kings could use plenty of improvement in certain areas.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 20
Montreal Canadiens acquire Phillip Danault from Kings
A familiar face has returned to Montreal, as the Canadiens have announced that they have acquired Kings forward Phillip Danault in exchange for the Blue Jackets’ 2026 second-round pick.
Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / December 18
How can the Kings solve their scoring issues?
The Kings have fallen out of the top three in the Pacific Division to holding one of the two wild-card spots in the Western Conference.
Adrian Kempe News / Breakaway on SI / December 17
Kings' Adrian Kempe Praises Captain's Consistent Dominance
The 2025–26 season carries a quiet weight in Los Angeles. If this truly is Anže Kopitar’s final run, it marks the closing chapter of one of the most complete careers the Kings have ever seen.
Phillip Danault News / NHL Trade Talk / December 17
Phillip Danault Reportedly Demands Trade Out Of LA: 3 Frontrunners
As per reports, Phillip Danault has now officially requested a trade out of Los Angeles. Danault’s name has been swirling around the rumour mill for a little while now, and it would appear he may be the driving force in a move.
Joel Armia News / The Hockey Writers / December 17
Joel Armia Has Given the Kings More Than Expected, Forcing Himself Into a Bigger Role
Throughout a relatively underwhelming offseason for a team with high aspirations, the inability to make the necessary moves to help reach them has caused
Darcy Kuemper News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 16
Kings place Darcy Kuemper on injured reserve
The Kings announced they’ve placed starting goalie Darcy Kuemper on injured reserve.
Joel Edmundson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 11
Kings’ defenseman Joel Edmundson pinpoints easy fix that squandered Kraken game
The Los Angeles Kings are now 4-2-4 over their last 10 games and are slowly slipping down the Pacific Division standings. The team suffered another overtime loss to the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday night, which snapped a two-game winning streak.
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