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Brandt Clarke joins laundry list of Kings injuries in OT win vs. Senators

The Los Angeles Kings were able to defeat the Ottawa Senators in overtime on Thursday night, stymying a late Sens comeback to win 6-5. But they also lost one of their key defensemen during the game.

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With a defined plan in place, the Kings are prioritizing 3-on-3 situations, which is showing up on the ice

Over the summer, after joining Peter Laviolette’s staff in Los Angeles, Associate Coach Phil Housley knew he had his work cut out for him in a specific area of the game.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / October 30

5 LA Kings Milestones to Keep an Eye on This Season

The 2026-27 season is still in its early stages, but there are already several career milestones worth watching for the Los Angeles Kings. With veterans such as Drew Doughty, Artemi Panarin, and Adrian Kempe assuming important roles this season, it is worth observing several notable milestones.

NHL News / LA Kings Insider / October 30

FINAL – Kings 6, Senators 5 (OT) – Doughty, Byfield, Laviolette

The LA Kings picked up their first home win of the season, as they overcame four third period goals against to earn a 6-5 overtime victory over the Ottawa Senators on Thursday evening to open up a seven-game homestand.

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How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?

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NHL News / Field Level Media / October 30

Kings squander 4-goal edge in third period, nip Senators in OT

Quinton Byfield snapped in a wrist shot from the top edge of the left circle at 3:37 of overtime as the Los Angeles Kings, despite blowing a four-goal lead in the third period, pulled out a 6-5 victory over visiting Ottawa Senators on Thursday night.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Los Angeles Kings News / Rink Royalty / October 29

Kings' winning road trip ends with a frustrating reality check in Chicago

The Kings concluded their five-game road trip with their first back-to-back set of the season in New York City against the New York Rangers and the next night in Chicago against the Chicago Blackhawks.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 29

Kings Recall Martin Chromiak, Reassign Jared Wright

The Los Angeles Kings have swapped depth forwards on their NHL roster. Per a team announcement, winger Jared Wright has been reassigned to the team’s AHL affiliate, the Ontario Reign.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Lead / October 29

Was the Kings’ First Win a Turning Point or a Temporary Reprieve?

The Los Angeles Kings finally secured their first win of the season against the Washington Capitals on Oct. 20. Since then, however, their results have been mixed, leaving questions about whether the team has genuinely turned a corner or simply enjoyed a brief reprieve.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / October 29

Power Play Changes the LA Kings Need to Make

The Los Angeles Kings have played 11 games in the 2026–27 regular season and currently rank 30th among 32 NHL teams. Their power-play performance is one area worth analyzing as they look to climb the standings.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / October 28

Ontario Reign: Pluses and Minuses From Week 4

Week four came and went for the Ontario Reign as they went 2-1-0-0 in their three games. Ontario started the week with a 3-2 comeback win over the Calgary Wranglers before splitting a two-game road series against the Texas Stars.

Drew Doughty News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 27

Drew Doughty Wants To Finish Career With Kings

In late June, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported that the Los Angeles Kings would wait until after the 2026-27 season to pursue a contract extension with captain Drew Doughty.

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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.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 27

Kings strive to continue improved play on road as Blackhawks await

Winless through their first six games of the season, the Los Angeles Kings enter Tuesday night's road contest against the Chicago Blackhawks with victories in three of the past four contests.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 27

Kings pull off rare feat with early scoring outburst vs. Rangers

The Los Angeles Kings turned up the heat at Madison Square Garden on Monday night, striking early and often to skate past the New York Rangers 6-3. Taylor Ward opened the scoring just 1:15 into the contest, beating Rangers goaltender James Reimer on a breakaway after receiving a pass from Drew Doughty.

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Drew Doughty News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 26

Kings’ Drew Doughty reveals how long he has left in his career

The Los Angeles Kings are navigating a tough start to the 2026-27 NHL campaign. They are figuring things out without Anze Kopitar, who retired at the end of last season.

Mats Zuccarello News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 26

Kings Place Mats Zuccarello On Injured Reserve

The Los Angeles Kings are sending a veteran winger back to the injured reserve less than a week after activating him. According to a team announcement, the Kings have placed forward Mats Zuccarello on the injured reserve with an upper-body ailment.

Martin Chromiak News / Inside The Rink / October 27

AHL: Martin Chromiak Named Player of the Week 10/19-10/25

The Ontario Reign went 2-1-0 last week. They won 3-2 over the Calgary Wranglers on Tuesday night. Then over the weekend, they split their two games with the Texas Stars.

Mats Zuccarello News / Daily Faceoff / October 26

Kings’ Zuccarello out against Rangers with upper-body injury

A veteran presence is going to be out of action once again, this time ahead of another anticipated return to Madison Square Garden. When speaking to reporters,

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / October 26

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 10/19

Another week has passed, so it’s time for our weekly LA Kings prospect update here at Hockey Royalty. Week four of this year’s prospect update was highlighted by forward Martin Chromiak.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

3 LA Kings Prospects Who Could Provide a Boost

The Los Angeles Kings picked up their second win of the regular season after 60 minutes of hockey and overtime on Oct. 22. Brandt Clarke tipped the puck into the net to seal the win, handing the New York Islanders their second overtime loss of the season.

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / October 24

A disastrous season is exactly what the Kings need

Sometimes, a step backward is the best path forward.

Brandt Clarke lifts Kings past Islanders in overtime

The 'Los Angeles Kings Stanley Cup-winning teams' quiz

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / October 23

Explaining The Ontario Reign’s Goaltending Rotation

Three goalies. One net. That is the situation the Ontario Reign find themselves in. The American Hockey League focuses on development. Teams want their prospects to get as many games as possible, play in specific or all situations, and keep improving certain aspects of their game.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 22

Four NHL players looking to break out of early slumps

The 2026-27 NHL season is still in its early stages, but several established players have struggled to find their footing. While some teams have gotten off to impressive starts, others are already searching for answers.

Senators fans give Brady Tkachuk well-deserved cold reception in return to Ottawa

Tim Stutzle's personal chef trolls Brady Tkachuk after Senators' win over Panthers

Panthers-Senators was exactly the jolt of excitement the NHL needed

Penguins explain Ben Kindel medical emergency after his return to Pittsburgh

Panthers goaltender Cooper Black to make NHL debut, break interesting NHL record

Quinton Byfield News / Daily Faceoff / October 20

Kings’ Quinton Byfield exits game with upper-body injury

The Los Angeles Kings are in the midst of a nightmarish start to their 2026-27 season, and they got dealt another blue during their game on Tuesday night.