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On YouTubeLos Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 19
What DJ Smith expects from Kings after crushing Game 1 loss
The 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs are underway, and the Los Angeles Kings have begun their quest for a third Stanley Cup in franchise history. Unfortunately, that quest got off to a rough start on Sunday afternoon.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 19
Scott Wedgewood should be Avalanche's primary postseason goalie after Game 1 win over Kings in Stanley Cup playoffs
It would make no sense for the Colorado Avalanche to take Wedgewood out of the net after his sharp performance against the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 19
Goalie interference reviews will be big problem in Stanley Cup playoffs
The most controversial aspect of the NHL's use of instant replay this season has become its handling of goalie interference plays.
The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz
There have been 54 players to record multiple hat tricks in the Stanley Cup Playoffs in the NHL's Modern Era (since 1967-68) can you name in six minutes?
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / April 19
Hockey Royalty predictions for Round 1
The good news for the LA Kings and their fans is they don’t have to deal with the Edmonton Oilers again in Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The bad news is they get a date with the President’s Trophy-winning Colorado Avalanche.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history
There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.
Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / April 18
LA Kings Insider Show – Round 1 Q&A 
Happy Playoffs, Insiders! You guys delivered with the questions and hopefully we were able to provide some answers. It’s a challenging Round 1 series for the Kings no matter how you shake it.
Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / April 18
Kings activate Andrei Kuzmenko ahead of series against Avalanche
The Los Angeles Kings will be gaining a reinforcement for their forward depth in time for their opening-round playoff series against the Colorado Avalanche.
Andrei Kuzmenko News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 18
Kings Activate Andrei Kuzmenko Off Injured Reserve
As the Kings get set to kick off their opening round series against Colorado on Sunday, they’re getting an offensive boost. The team announced (Twitter link) that they’ve activated winger Andrei Kuzmenko off injured reserve.
Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / April 18
The Insider Show | Round 1 Playoff Q&A
LA Kings Insider Zach Dooley joins Jared Shafran for another episode of Insider Q&A ahead of the LA Kings’ first round postseason series against the Colorado Avalanche in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
NHL News / Field Level Media / April 18
Avs to put 'dangerous' offense up against upset-minded Kings
The Colorado Avalanche are prohibitive favorites in their first round Western Conference Stanley Cup Playoff series against the Los Angeles Kings, which begins with Game 1 on Sunday at Denver.
Kevin Fiala News / The Hockey Writers / April 18
How Have the Kings Navigated Kevin Fiala’s Absence?
On Feb. 13, 2026, Kevin Fiala sustained a lower leg injury while representing Team Switzerland during an Olympic game in Milan, Italy. The 6-foot Swiss native has been crucial in being a top scorer for the Los Angeles Kings and an important playmaker.
NHL News / LA Kings Insider / April 17
5 Keys For Round 1
The Kings aren’t under any illusions here. The Colorado Avalanche are a damn good team. They won the Presidents Trophy. MoneyPuck has the Kings as the only team with below a 40-percent shot at reaching Round 2 and they’re well below, at around a two-thirds / one-third split.
Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / April 17
LA Kings Announce Team Award Winners
A quick post here on a team day off, before we fully transition into playoff coverage. Earlier this morning, the Kings organization announced their annual team awards, with several different winners.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 16
Kings clinch second West wild card, will face Avalanche in Round 1 of playoffs
We now know who the best team in the NHL will meet in the opening round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. After Thursday night’s results, the Los Angeles Kings have secured the second Wild Card spot in the Western Conference.
Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 17
Kings’ fatal flaw that will doom them in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs
Things are buzzing in Southern California after the Los Angeles Kings have clinched a playoff berth for a fifth straight season. Now, it’s a matter of who they will play.
NHL News / Field Level Media / April 15
Playoff-bound Kings out to improve positioning vs. Flames
The Los Angeles Kings have a playoff spot assured entering their final regular-season contest, a visit to the Calgary Flames on Thursday night. What has not been decided is whether the Kings (35-26-20, 90 points) will finish third in the Pacific Division or be a Western Conference wild-card team.
Anze Kopitar News / The Hockey Writers / April 14
Kings Rally for Kopitar, Clinch 5th Straight Playoff Berth
“I don’t plan on playing just seven more games.” Playing in his 20th and final season in the NHL, that was the blatant remark from Los Angeles Kings captain Anze Kopitar following a 5-4 overtime loss to the Nashville Predators on April 2, as the Kings remained on the outside looking in. Kopitar didn’t just say that he spoke it into existence.
Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / April 14
Are the Los Angeles Kings getting hot at the right time?
The Los Angeles Kings defeated the Seattle Kraken 5-3 Monday night, extending their winning streak to five games and helping them clinch a berth in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Scott Laughton News / NHL Trade Talk / April 14
Maple Leafs’ Laughton Deal Delivers Unexpected Bonus
With the LA Kings clinching a playoff spot (they’re currently holding the second wild card in the West), the conditional 2026 pick the Toronto Maple Leafs received for Scott Laughton has officially upgraded from a 3rd-rounder to a 2nd-rounder.
Anze Kopitar News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 14
Anze Kopitar’s career continues after Kings clinch playoffs with Kraken win
Los Angeles Kings captain Anze Kopitar announced his retirement before the season, confirming that the 2025-26 campaign would be the final season of his career.
Quinton Byfield News / Field Level Media / April 14
Quinton Byfield nets pair as Kings beat Kraken to clinch playoff berth
Quinton Byfield tallied twice as the Los Angeles Kings clinched a Western Conference playoff berth with a 5-3 victory against the host Seattle Kraken on Monday night.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / April 13
LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 4/6
Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings’ weekly prospect update. This week’s update was highlighted by goalie Hampton Slukynsky, who made his professional debut in the AHL with the Ontario Reign.
Darcy Kuemper News / The Hockey Writers / April 6
With Playoffs On the Line, Kings Can No Longer Lean on Kuemper
It was just one year ago when Los Angeles Kings goaltender Darcy Kuemper was putting up Vezina-caliber numbers and being the backbone between the pipes
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 5
Craig Berube addresses possibility of Scott Laughton returning to Maple Leafs
Toronto Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube and Steven Lorentz addressed a possible return of Scott Laughton to the Canadian franchise after losing 7-6 to the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday.
Hampton Slukynsky News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 2
Kings Sign Hampton Slukynsky, Grant Slukynsky To Entry-Level Deals
April 2: The Kings announced both Hampton’s and Grant’s signings on Thursday. Financial terms were not disclosed. Hampton’s is a three-year deal while Grant’s is for one year, both beginning next season.
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