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LA Kings 2026-27 Season Player Previews: Trevor Moore

While this past regular season wasn't the most productive offensively for speedy winger Trevor Moore, he was still a key contributor on both sides of the ice for the Los Angeles Kings and on special teams.

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LA Kings Training Camp Preview: Kenny Connors

With training camp just around the corner, we are previewing each player on the LA Kings roster. Up next: Kenny Connors! Birthdate: March 10, 2003 Birthplace:

Cal Petersen News / Rink Royalty / August 26

Former LA Kings goalie gets another NHL opportunity with Capitals

Ex-Los Angeles Kings goalie Cal Petersen is getting another opportunity to potentially work his way back into the NHL this fall with the Washington Capitals.

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / August 26

This Date in LA Kings History: August 26th

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.

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

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Liam Lefebvre News / Rink Royalty / August 26

LA Kings prospect Liam Lefebvre takes intriguing next step in development path

New Los Angeles Kings second-round draft pick in 2026 (46th overall) and forward Liam Lefebvre has mapped out an interesting next step in his development late this summer.

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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 / LA Kings Insider / August 26

LA Kings scheduled to play 12 times on national television during 2026-27 season

Introducing the 2026-27 LA Kings National Broadcast schedule. The Kings will begin their upcoming season on TNT against the Colorado Avalanche on September 30, a rematch of last spring’s playoff series.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / August 26

What Erik Haula Could Bring to the LA Kings This Season

A recent addition to the Los Angeles Kings this offseason was the signing of free agent Erik Haula. The 5-foot-11 Finnish forward was added to the group for depth and his strong two-way play.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / August 26

LA Kings Training Camp Preview: Ryan O’Hara

With training camp just around the corner, we are previewing each player on the LA Kings roster. Up next: Ryan O’Hara! Birthdate: July 18, 2001 Birthplace:

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / August 25

This Date in LA Kings History: August 25th

Martin Chromiak News / Hockey Royalty / August 25

LA Kings Training Camp Preview: Martin Chromiak

With training camp just around the corner, we are previewing each player on the LA Kings roster. Up next: Martin Chromiak! Birthdate: August 20, 2002 Birthplace:

Adrian Kempe News / MayorsManor.com / August 24

VIDEO: At Home with Adrian Kempe in Sweden

Summer certainly hasn’t slowed down the Kings video production team. For their latest entry in the long-running Black & White series, they’ve gone international — with a trip to Sweden to visit superstar forward Adrian Kempe.

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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.

Anze Kopitar News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 24

Ex-Kings star Anze Kopitar opens up about how retirement has treated him

For the first time since 2006, the Los Angeles Kings will play a season without Anze Kopitar on the roster. The now-former Kings captain has retired from the game of hockey.

Liam Lefebvre News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 24

Liam Lefebvre Commits To Boston University

A Los Angeles Kings prospect is heading to one of the most renowned college hockey programs. According to a team announcement on Instagram, center Liam Lefebvre has committed to Boston University for college hockey.

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Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / August 24

This Date in LA Kings History: August 24th

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL Rumors / August 24

2026-27 Los Angeles Kings Season Preview

The Los Angeles Kings enter the 2026–27 season with a reshaped roster. They hired a new head coach, added veteran scoring depth, and said goodbye to their longtime captain, Anze Kopitar.

Mats Zuccarello News / The Hockey Writers / August 19

What Mats Zuccarello Can Bring to the LA Kings’ Lineup

Some bold moves were made during the offseason ahead of the 2026–27 NHL campaign, including the recent acquisition of Mats Zuccarello. After spending seven seasons with the Minnesota Wild, Zuccarello now joins the Los Angeles Kings, bringing his experience and veteran leadership to the lineup.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 16

Kings’ glaring roster flaw that must be fixed ahead of 2026-27 NHL season

The Los Angeles Kings are coming to a major transition in their history. They said goodbye to future Hall of Famer Anze Kopitar, who retired at the conclusion of last season.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / August 16

Los Angeles Kings’ 3 Biggest Rivalries in Franchise History

Few things make the NHL more exciting than a heated rivalry, and the Los Angeles Kings have been part of several memorable ones. The Pacific Division is filled with plenty of thrilling and fast-paced matchups, making it one of the most competitive divisions in the league.

Cody Ceci News / NHL Trade Talk / August 14

Why does Cody Ceci keep getting big NHL deals?

Cody Ceci is one of those players who just keeps confusing people. You’ll watch him with the Toronto Maple Leafs or the Edmonton Oilers, and the eye test doesn’t exactly show you how good he is.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 10

Kings’ perfect trade target amid 2026 NHL Free Agency

The Los Angeles Kings went into the 2026 offseason with a glaring hole down the middle, and that need has only gotten louder since Anze Kopitar officially rode off into retirement.

Los Angeles Kings News / Yardbarker / August 7

Kings waste no time giving Anze Kopitar the honor he deserves

Anze Kopitar never played for another NHL team, and now nobody else will wear No. 11 for the Los Angeles Kings. That part was obvious before Friday’s announcement. The statue was the only surprise.

Predators GM Chris MacFarland is taking an expensive shortcut

Florida Panthers may have built the NHL's most hated roster

Former NHLer announces retirement

Ranking the Eastern Conference's biggest losers this summer

Debating the best decade in NHL history

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / August 2

Are the Los Angeles Kings simply too old?

It’s often said that hockey is a young man’s game. Just don’t tell that to the Los Angeles Kings. The Kings were the third-oldest team in the NHL last season in terms of average age, and they haven’t exactly embraced a youth movement this offseason.