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Mats Zuccarello News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 10
Kings hit with disappointing Mats Zuccarello injury update after slow start
It’s been a challenging opening to the 2026-27 NHL season for the winless Los Angeles Kings — and things won’t get any easier without offseason addition Mats Zuccarello.
Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 10
Kings Sign Jared Wright To Two-Year Extension
It has been a good 24 hours for Kings winger Jared Wright. After receiving his first recall of the season on Friday, he received a two-year contract extension today, per a team announcement. The deal, which begins next season, will carry an AAV of $925K, meaning he will receive the minimum salary in each of those years.
The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz
How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / October 9
Kings Reshuffle Before Vegas: Zuccarello Out, Wright Recalled 
Three games, three losses, and a chance to end the losing streak Saturday. The Kings were back on the ice at Toyota Sports Performance Center on Friday before flying out for their game against the Golden Knights.
The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000
The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.
Quinton Byfield News / LA Kings Insider / October 9
October 9 Updates – Zuccarello/Turcotte miss practice, timelines + Clarke/Byfield all good, Wright recalled, skates
The LA Kings hit the ice today for practice at Toyota Sports Performance Center, in advance of an afternoon flight to Vegas. For starters, a few updates from what we saw yesterday, plus a couple of new ones.
Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / October 9
Early Practice Report: Several Key Personnel Moves, Changes Ongoing for Kings
Let’s quickly bring everybody up to speed for those not following along closely. Following an optional day of practice on Wednesday, where most skaters
Jared Wright News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 9
Los Angeles Kings Recall Jared Wright
According to a team announcement, the Los Angeles Kings have recalled forward Jared Wright from the AHL’s Ontario Reign. Unfortunately, Wright’s recall comes with some bad news.
Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / October 9
Kings prospects Zielinski, Vandenberg prepare to don the black, silver and white……as freshmen at Providence
On Friday night, Thomas Vandenberg and Blake Zielinski will don uniforms of black, silver, and white for a landmark game in their hockey careers. No, the forwards are not playing (yet) for the Los Angeles Kings, although the organization holds their rights after selecting them in the 2026 NHL Draft.
Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / October 8
Evaluating the LA Kings Evolving Defense with Phil Housley
When the LA Kings 2026-27 schedule was released in mid-July, their opening stretch jumped right off the page. There weren’t going to be any easy games in the first 10; and the first five would feature a slew of championship contenders.
Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / October 8
Breaking Down ABTV’s Kings Coverage with Executive Producer Ed Barnes on The Insider Show
Insiders, the longtime home for Kings television coverage has (another) new name this season. As you’ve likely seen by now, the Angels have taken control of the cable network that has the rights to air Kings games.
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 / October 8
Plus And Minuses From The Ontario Reign’s Opening Week
Opening week came and went. In two intense affairs against the Coachella Valley Firebirds, the Ontario Reign split the home-and-home series. Opening week brought some good and plenty of bad, as expected with new faces and a shorter training camp.
Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / October 7
LA Kings Prospect Tracker: Week Ending October 6, 2026
Now that college hockey has dropped the puck, the Prospect Tracker is back in business. Five names graduated to the pro ranks and are no longer covered here.
Los Angeles Kings News / NHL Trade Talk / October 6
Jim Hiller’s Biggest Message Is to Just Slow Down
I was listening to Jim Hiller talk before Tuesday’s game against Nashville, and I kept hearing the same message. Slow down. Not literally, of course. The Maple Leafs don’t want to slow down on the ice.
Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 5
Kings’ Kevin Fiala takes important next step in injury recovery
During the 2026 Winter Olympics, a scary on-ice event unfolded. As Switzerland took on Canada, Tom Wilson of Canada collided with Kevin Fiala of Switzerland.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / October 5
LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 9/28
Our weekly LA Kings prospect update returns for the first time this season. If you read these in previous seasons, you know the drill. If you’re new and reading this for the first time, I’ll go over this segment.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 2
Why 2026-27 is crucial for the Kings – and for Quinton Byfield
Quinton Byfield is a chiselled 6-foot-5 and 230 pounds. He’s an imposing presence any time he walks into a room. Yet he blends in with the crowd just fine in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / October 2
LA Kings Putting a Strong Focus on Defense This Season
Training camp has come and gone, but it gave us a good look at what the Los Angeles Kings will be prioritizing this season. One thing became clear throughout camp: defense will continue to be a major focus for the team.
NHL News / Total Apex Sports / September 30
Kings vs. Avalanche preview: Playoff rematch opens new season
The Colorado Avalanche host the Los Angeles Kings at Ball Arena in their season opener Wednesday night—a rematch of last spring’s Western Conference first-round sweep.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / September 30
Rankings the LA Kings Goalie Prospects Ahead of the 2026-27 Season
The LA Kings’ prospect pool may be lacking in some areas, but one area of strength is between the pipes. Five years ago, the Kings had five goalies in the system (Matthew Villalta, Jacob Ingham, Lukas Parik, David Hrenak, and Juho Markkanen).
Jim Hiller News / Daily Faceoff / September 29
Will Jim Hiller adjust his style with Leafs?
The Toronto Maple Leafs underwent significant changes this offseason, many of which, at least with respect to their on-ice product, had an offensive bent.
Los Angeles Kings News / Field Level Media / September 28
Avs put eyes back on prize, begin Cup push vs. new-look Kings
Last season ended in disappointment for the Stanley Cup-or-bust Colorado Avalanche, but the reigning Presidents' Trophy winners are ready to make a run at their fourth championship when they host the Los Angeles Kings for their season opener on Wednesday night in Denver.
Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 27
Kings Make Multiple Roster Moves
The Kings announced what should be their final set of preseason roster moves on Sunday night, reassigning goaltender Erik Portillo, right-winger Taylor Ward, and defenseman Scott Perunovich to AHL Ontario.
NHL News / Yardbarker / September 23
Three NHL defensemen poised for a breakout season
Several young NHL defensemen are entering the 2026 season with bigger opportunities and higher expectations. Some have already flashed star potential, while others are finally getting the role needed to show what they can do. Here are three defensemen poised for a breakout season.
Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / September 22
Takeaways From Day 2 of LA Kings Training Camp
If Day 1 wasn’t filled with plenty of excitement, Day 2 made sure to bring the heat, especially from the prospects. I spoke with Martin Chromiak of the Ontario Reign, the American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate of the Los Angeles Kings, and also got some insight from Artemi Panarin, Brian Dumoulin and coach Peter Laviolette.
Anze Kopitar News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 16
Kings announce new captain after Anze Kopitar’s retirement
The Los Angeles Kings are without Anze Kopitar for the first time since his NHL debut in 2006-07. 20 years of reliable leadership and production are no more, with Kopitar having retired after the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Drew Doughty News / Daily Faceoff / September 16
Kings name Drew Doughty 15th captain in team history
One of the greatest players to ever lace up his skates will don the ‘C’ this season. On Wednesday, the Los Angeles Kings announced that Drew Doughty has been named the 15th captain in team history.
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