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Backed by Kings' 6 goals, Darcy Kuemper blanks Blackhawks

Darcy Kuemper made 23 saves for the Los Angeles Kings in a 6-0 win against the visiting Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday night. It's the second shutout of the season for Kuemper and the 38th of his NHL career, which is eighth on the NHL active list.

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FINAL – Kings 6, Blackhawks 0 – Clarke, Turcotte, Hiller

The LA Kings had a breakout game offensively, as they skated to a 6-0 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday evening at Crypto.com Arena. Neither team found the back of the net in the opening 20 minutes for the second straight game between these two sides.

Phillip Danault News / NHL Trade Talk / December 6

Trade Chatter Involves Kings Moving Phillip Danault

As per NHL insider Frank Seravalli, “Sources: Trade chatter is picking up around #LAKings center Phil Danault. Multiple teams have inquired with LA on his availability.

NHL News / MayorsManor.com / December 6

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.

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Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / December 6

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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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 / NHL Rumors / November 16

NHL News: Adrian Kempe and Los Angeles Kings Strike a Deal

The Los Angeles Kings and forward Adrian Kempe have agreed on a new eight-year contract extension worth $85 million. Kempe’s new contract with the Kings carries an annual average value of $10.625 million.