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On YouTubeScott 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.
Adrian Kempe News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 14
Kings’ Adrian Kempe joins elite Swedish company in playoff-clinching win vs. Kraken
For the fifth consecutive year, the Los Angeles Kings are heading back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. After defeating the Seattle Kraken 5-3 on Monday night at Climate Pledge Arena, the Kings clinched the final berth in the Western Conference, and there will be postseason hockey at Crypto.com Arena as soon as next weekend.
NHL News / Field Level Media / April 14
Kings within range of higher seed as they face lowly Canucks
After clinching a Stanley Cup playoff spot, the Los Angeles Kings will look to track down the top wild-card seed in the Western Conference when they face the host Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday night.
The 'NHL franchise scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the players with the most career goals for every NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?
NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 14
NHL Predictions: Los Angeles Kings vs Vancouver Canucks, April 14th
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.
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.
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 / Daily Faceoff / April 14
Los Angeles Kings clinch spot in 2026 playoffs
It did not come easily, but the Los Angeles Kings are heading back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the fifth year in a row. Thanks to their 5-3 win over the Seattle Kraken, along with the Nashville Predators losing 3-2 to the San Jose Sharks, the Kings are one of six NHL teams to have qualified for the postseason in each of the last five years.
Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / April 14
LA Kings Clinch Fifth Consecutive Playoff Berth 
Five straight playoff berths for the LA Kings. With tonight’s victory over Seattle, combined with a 3-2 win by the San Jose Sharks over Nashville earlier in the evening, the Kings have secured their place in the Western Conference playoff field, the 16th team and final team around the NHL to clinch, locking in the […]
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.
NHL News / Field Level Media / April 12
Kings fighting for playoff positioning vs. Kraken
With three games remaining in the regular season, the Los Angeles Kings are in a position in which they could still finish first in the Pacific Division or miss the playoffs completely.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / April 12
Ontario Reign: Three Takeaways From 3-2 OT Win Over Coachella Valley
Glenn Gawdin’s overtime heroics secured the win and the Pacific Division title for the Ontario Reign in a 3-2 overtime win over the Coachella Valley Firebirds.
Anze Kopitar News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 11
Anze Kopitar delivers emotional address before final Kings’ regular season game
A brilliant career is coming to an end, and the Los Angeles Kings and their fans had a chance to offer their thanks and congratulations to Anze Kopitar as he gets set to retire at the end of the season.
Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / April 10
The LA Kings Fan Experience at Crypto.com Arena
Since its opening on Oct. 17, 1999, formerly known as Staples Center, Crypto.com Arena has hosted many sports teams and live entertainment events. Teams ranging from the NHL’s Los Angeles Kings to the Lakers (National Basketball Association), the Sparks (Women’s National Basketball Association), and previously, the Clippers (NBA).
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / April 6
LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 3/30
Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings‘ weekly prospect update. This week saw the season’s end for some, and some were signed to entry-level contracts for others.
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.
Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 5
Kings set NHL record with 31st OT appearance of 2025-26
The Los Angeles Kings continued their trend of extra-time games on Saturday night, claiming a 7-6 victory versus the Toronto Maple Leafs at Crypto.com Arena while achieving an NHL single-season record with their 31st overtime game, having already set a league high with 19 overtime or shootout losses this season.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 4
Maple Leafs' Matthew Knies shares 'weird' experience after loss to Kings
Toronto Maple Leafs winger Matthew Knies shared a "weird" experience he had during Saturday's 7-6 overtime loss to the Los Angeles Kings.
Henry Brzustewicz News / Daily Faceoff / April 4
Kings sign Henry Brzustewicz to entry-level contract
The Los Angeles Kings’ first-round pick from the 2025 NHL Draft has taken the next step. On Saturday, the Kings announced that defenseman Henry Brzustewicz
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 2
In or out: Assessing which NHL teams will secure the final playoff spots
The NHL playoff race is coming down to the wire, with several teams in both the East and West battling for the last remaining spots.
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.
Hampton Slukynsky News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 30
Kings Expected To Sign Hampton And Grant Slukynsky
The Los Angeles Kings are expected to sign one of their promising goaltending prospects. According to Alexander Legget of Mayor’s Manor, the Kings are expected to sign netminder Hampton Slukynsky to his entry-level contract.
Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / March 30
Kings’ Playoff Hopes Still Achievable With 9 Games Left
With nine games remaining for the Los Angeles Kings, nothing has changed in the grand scheme of things. Sure, they look like a more aggressive bunch, a more detailed group that has led to an offensive uptick and a team willing to push the pace instead of solely relying on their defensive play.
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