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Russian Forward Has Signed New Contract

A Russian forward has inked a new contract. News emerged that Andrei Kuzmenko has signed a new deal to stay with the Los Angeles Kings. This deal is for one year and $4.3 million.

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LA Kings Announce Roster for Development Camp

The draft is over, and now it’s time for prospects to take the ice for Development Camp this week. The LA Kings will hold Development Camp Monday through Thursday.

Liam Greentree News / LA Kings Insider / June 29

LA Kings Announce Development Camp Roster + Liam Greentree Update

The LA Kings have announced the full roster for their 2025 Development Camp, to be held at Toyota Sports Performance Center in El Segundo from June 30 – July 3.

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In the history of the NHL Draft, 61 players have been selected No. 1 overall. How many of the can you name in six minutes?

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Jack Hughes News / MayorsManor.com / June 29

UPDATED: Kings Signing Jack Hughes to AHL Contract, Possible ELC to Come

[Note: This article has been updated since originally being published several hours ago.] The times they are a changin’… at least with one prospect. After all signs pointed to Jack Hughes (2022 second round pick, 51st overall) not being offered a contract before his rights expire this summer, Mayor’s Manor has learned of a key change.

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The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time

Hockey might be the official sport of Canada, but the United States has also produced some elite talent. With that in mind, here's our list of the 25 best U.S.-born players, listed in alphabetical order.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / June 29

DRAFT RECAP: LA Kings Select Nine Players

The NHL Draft has come and gone. The LA Kings entered the weekend with seven picks and came away with nine new players joining the organization. The Kings started the weekend with the 24th pick on Friday, but traded back and received the 31st and 59th picks.

Vladislav Gavrikov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 28

Kings defenseman expected to reach free agency after career season

The 29-year-old is understandably looking to cash in following the best two-way season of his career.

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Bowen Byram News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 28

Multiple teams reportedly interested in Sabres defenseman

After sending high-end winger, JJ Peterka, out West a few days ago to the Utah Mammoth, the Buffalo Sabres are reportedly working the phones on another one of their younger roster players.

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / June 28

Kings select forward Jimmy Lombardi (Round 4, Pick 125)

The LA Kings have selected forward Jimmy Lombardi with the 125th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, their fifth of eight scheduled selections on the weekend.

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / June 28

LA Kings Select Jimmy Lombardi at No. 125 – What You Need to Know

With their fifth selection at the 2025 NHL Draft, the LA Kings have selected Jimmy Lombardi with pick No. 125 of the fourth round. Los Angeles originally acquired pick number 67 along with a sixth round pick of 2026 from the Ottawa Senators.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / June 28

LA Kings Notebook: Defense is Top Priority, Thoughts on Spence Trade, Draft Decisions & More

The Los Angeles Kings have been the subject of numerous rumors regarding free agency and players they could either be shopping, looking to re-sign, or add.

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / June 28

Kings select Kristian Epperson No. 88 overall in 2025 NHL Draft

The Los Angeles Kings selected left winger Kristian Epperson of the OHL’s Saginaw Spirit with the No. X overall selection in the 2025 NHL Draft on Saturday.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / June 28

The Ottawa Senators and Los Angeles Kings Make 2025 Draft Day Trade

Today is the second day of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, rounds two through seven, after last night’s marathon round one highlighted by the top overall pick Matthew Schaefer‘s memorable and heartfelt reaction.

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Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / June 28

Kings select Vojtech Cihar No. 59 overall in 2025 NHL Draft

The Los Angeles Kings selected left winger Vojtech Cihar of the Czech League’s HC Energie Karlovy Vary with the No. 59 overall selection in the 2025 NHL Draft on Saturday.

Jordan Spence News / The Hockey Writers / June 28

Senators Acquire Jordan Spence from Kings for Two Picks

The Ottawa Senators have acquired right-shot defenseman Jordan Spence from the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for a third-round draft pick in 2025 (67th overall) and a 2026 sixth-round draft pick.

Tanner Jeannot News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 28

Senators expected to show interest in Tanner Jeannot

With the Kings not expected to offer winger Tanner Jeannot a new contract, he’s expected to hit the open market on Tuesday with teams looking for extra grit being likely to show interest.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / June 28

LA Kings Select Defenseman Henry Brzustewicz with the 31st Pick

After a long day’s wait, the LA Kings finally made their selection with the 31st overall pick in the NHL Draft. The Kings started the day with the 24th pick but traded back with the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Los Angeles Kings News / Yardbarker / June 28

L.A. Kings are in good hands with HOF executive Ken Holland

Already enshrined in the Hockey Hall of Fame as a builder, Holland appears to still be motivated to prove himself as a top executive in the NHL.

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Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / June 27

Los Angeles Kings Draft Henry Brzustewicz 31st Overall

With the 31st pick of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft, the Los Angeles Kings have selected Henry Brzustewicz from the London Knights of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) Henry Brzustewicz is a 6-foot-1, 194-pound right-shot defenseman who can play in all three zones effectively.

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / June 28

Kings select Henry Brzustewicz No. 31 overall in 2025 NHL Draft

The Los Angeles Kings have selected defenseman Henry Brzustewicz with the 31st overall selection at the 2025 NHL Draft on Friday night at The Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

Alex Laferriere News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 26

Kings GM drops hint on Alex Laferriere plan before NHL free agency

The Los Angeles Kings are in an enviable spot this summer, with over $21 million in cap space and only a couple of significant pending free agents. The only restricted one on the roster is forward Alex Laferriere — and general manager Ken Holland provided a positive update on the former 42-point scorer on Wednesday.

NHL News / Blade of Steel / June 25