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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.

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The Insider Show | Ed Barnes, ABTV

Ed Barnes, Executive Producer of Kings hockey on ABTV joins Jared Shafran for the latest episode of The Insider Show, highlighting what fans can expect this season on the network.

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / October 5

The top line is providing a glimpse into what could be for the LA Kings, with the big guys driving the bus offensively

On Saturday in San Jose, the Kings were led from the top. Let’s start with the stats. The line of Artemi Panairn, Quinton Byfield and Adrian Kempe led the way early and often, all the way through the end of the night.

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / October 5

5-Year-Old Drew Doughty’s Letter to Wayne Gretzky

When Kings defenseman Drew Doughty was selected by the Kings at the 2008 NHL Draft, that isn’t where the story truly started. It’s not even in the year or two prior, when team scouts poured over his every move in the OHL.

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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?

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The '2026-27 NHL captains' quiz

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

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.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / October 5

Fiala Returns to Skating: Brief Update from Laviolette and Video

Kevin Fiala has returned to skating, the first major step toward his eventual season debut with the Kings. Last month, the 30-year-old winger underwent a follow-up procedure on his injured leg, something designed to clean things up and aid in his ongoing recovery from an injury sustained at last February’s Winter Olympics.

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / October 3

This Date in LA Kings History: October 3rd

From their humble beginnings as one of the NHL’s Second Six expansion teams in 1967, through a pair of Stanley Cups to rosters filled with Hall of Fame players and fan favorites, the LA Kings have experienced a rich hockey history over the past 60 years.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / October 3

Jared Wright’s OT Winner Caps The Ontario Reign’s Opening-Night Comeback Victory Over Coachella Valley

The Ontario Reign trailed by two goals three times, but prevailed in overtime on Jared Wright’s tally for the comeback victory on opening night over the Coachella Valley Firebirds.

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / October 2

This Date in LA Kings History: October 2nd

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.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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 / 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.

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The 'Most TD's through four games' quiz

The 'NFL RB TD-catch leaders' quiz

The 'Most HRs by an MLB first baseman' quiz

The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz

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.

Jim Hiller News / Daily Faceoff / September 23

What are the early impressions of Jim Hiller with the Leafs?

The Toronto Maple Leafs had the sort of year that forces wholesale organizational changes in 2025-26, and after a summer of change, former Los Angeles Kings head coach Jim Hiller is tasked with righting the ship from behind the bench.

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.

Blackhawks defenseman Bowen Byram has dream debut after signing massive extension

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

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.