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Kings Recall Joe Hicketts

The Kings announced they’ve recalled veteran defenseman Joe Hicketts from AHL Ontario on an emergency basis. L.A. returned center Kenny Connors to Ontario in the corresponding move.

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Kings prospect Hampton Slukynsky embracing the number-one role at Western Michigan in another strong season

Fresh off winning an NCAA National Championship, Hampton Slukynsky has embraced being Western Michigan’s number-one goalie. Winning has followed Slukynsky at every level and did so again in his freshman season at Western Michigan University.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / February 3

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 1/26

Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings‘ weekly prospect update. This week’s update was highlighted by the organization’s number-one prospect, Liam Greentree.

Cole Krygier News / Inside The Rink / February 2

ECHL: Cole Krygier Signs Overseas With EC Salzburg

Defenseman Cole Krygier has signed overseas for the 2025–26 season, joining EC Salzburg of the ICEHL after time in the ECHL and AHL. Krygier makes the move to Europe following a productive stretch with the Savannah Ghost Pirates, where he appeared in 26 games and recorded four goals and four assists for eight points while finishing plus-16.

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Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / February 2

Greentree and George: Weekend Video and Brief Notes on Pair of Kings Prospects

January’s trade did nothing to slow down any momentum Carter George has been building this season in the OHL. A move from Owen Sound to Sault Ste. Marie early last month has seen the 19-year-old netminder post a 5-1-2 record with the Greyhounds and look just as sharp as he did with Team Canada at the recent World Junior Championship.

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The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 2

1 trade Kings must make before NHL Olympic break

The Los Angeles Kings are clinging to the final Western Conference playoff spot as the final week before the Olympics begins. They are getting Anze Kopitar back just in time for the break, with his retirement looming over this season.

Mikey Anderson News / Daily Faceoff / February 1

Kings’ Mikey Anderson exits game with upper-body injury

The Los Angeles Kings caught a tough break on the injury front on Sunday, as defenseman Mikey Anderson left the team’s matinee against the Carolina Hurricanes with a lower-body injury.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / February 1

NHL Predictions: Feb 1 Los Angeles Kings vs Carolina Hurricanes

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

NHL News / Hockey Royalty / February 1

Ontario Reign: Three Takeaways From 4-3 Loss to San Diego

Nathan Gaucher’s goal with 17 seconds left propelled the San Diego Gulls over the Ontario Reign, ending their three-game win streak. First period: ONT:

NHL News / Field Level Media / February 1

Hurricanes, Kings bring different attitudes into matchup after OT games

The Los Angeles Kings and Carolina Hurricanes had vastly different reactions to the overtime road games they played on Saturday. There's little time for either team to dwell on the bad or the good as they're set to meet Sunday afternoon in Raleigh, N.C.

Los Angeles Kings News / Field Level Media / January 31

Quinton Byfield's OT goal lifts Kings over Flyers

Quinton Byfield scored at 2:48 of overtime to lift the visiting Los Angeles Kings to a 3-2 win against the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday afternoon. Byfield scored on a one-timer off a pass from Adrian Kempe.

Anze Kopitar News / Daily Faceoff / January 31

Kings’ Anze Kopitar returns after 11-game absence

The Los Angeles Kings are getting their captain back. Kings’ editorial content manager Zach Dooley reported on social media that forward Anze Kopitar will return to the lineup Saturday against the Philadelphia Flyers.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 31

Kings Activate Anze Kopitar, Place Alex Turcotte On IR

The Kings have made a pair of roster moves heading into today’s matinee against Philadelphia. The team announced that they’ve activated center Anze Kopitar off injured reserve. To make room on the roster, center Alex Turcotte has been placed on IR.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 31

NHL Predictions: January 31st, Los Angeles Kings vs Philadelphia Flyers

Welcome to another NHL Predictions. Each day, here at Last Word On Hockey, we provide in-depth analysis, insights, and predictions for NHL games. For this edition, we take a look at the Los Angeles Kings taking on the Philadelphia Flyers.

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Artemi Panarin News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 30

Kings rumors: Los Angeles ‘has considered’ Artemi Panarin trade, per insider

It’s been a middling season for the Los Angeles Kings, as they currently trail the final wild-card spot by two points. While the Kings are expected to add scoring, there is doubt about whether they could push for Artemi Panarin.

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / January 28

Kings looking for a goal scorer in hopes of improving offense

The Los Angeles Kings have made the playoffs in each of the past four seasons, and they’re currently in a dog fight to extend that streak to five seasons.

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Anton Forsberg News / Field Level Media / January 27

Anton Forsberg stops 27 shots as Kings end Red Wings' point streak

Anton Forsberg made 27 saves, including 17 in the third period, as the visiting Los Angeles Kings defeated the Detroit Red Wings 3-1 on Tuesday for their third straight win.

Taylor Ward News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 26

Kings Sign Taylor Ward To Two-Year Extension

The Kings announced they’ve signed winger Taylor Ward to a two-year extension worth $875K per season for a total value of $1.75MM. The team didn’t specify whether it’s a one-way or two-way deal.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / January 26

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 1/19

Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings‘ weekly prospect update. Goaltender Carter George highlighted this week’s prospect update with another outstanding week in the OHL.

Drew Doughty News / NHL Trade Talk / January 26

Why Recency Bias Shouldn’t Derail Drew Doughty’s Olympics Case

Some armchair general managers were already downplaying Drew Doughty‘s place on Team Canada when they announced the Olympic roster. It mostly came from New York Islanders and Edmonton Oilers fans, who couldn’t understand why they kept Matthew Schaefer and Evan Bouchard at home.