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On YouTubeMarc Bergevin News / Daily Faceoff / December 20
Marc Bergevin expected to leave Kings to join Sabres as associate GM
A familiar face will be moving back to the northeast. According to multiple reports, Los Angeles Kings senior advisor Marc Bergevin is expected to step down from his role to join the Buffalo Sabres as associate general manager.
NHL News / Yardbarker / December 20
How the Canadiens made the Phillip Danault trade work under the salary cap
The Montreal Canadiens' cap managers had to get creative late Friday night when Kent Hughes acquired Phillip Danault.
NHL News / Yardbarker / December 20
Canadiens players take firm stance on Phillip Danault trade
The Montreal Canadiens have acquired Phillip Danault from the Los Angeles Kings.
The 'NHL Norris Trophy winners' quiz
Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?
Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / December 20
12/20 Practice – Moore, Hiller on Danault + Kopitar/Kuemper updates & today’s alignment 
The LA Kings hit the ice for practice today at Toyota Sports Performance Center, following a team day off yesterday. A few updates, right off the bat. First things first, the Kings were without forward Anze Kopitar and goaltender Darcy Kuemper.
Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?
NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.
Francesco Pinelli News / MayorsManor.com / December 20
Projected Lineup for Reign vs. Barracuda, Things Are Shifting with Pinelli Out
One of the most cherished traditions in non-NHL hockey takes center stage tonight at Toyota Arena, as the Reign host their annual Teddy Bear Toss against the San Jose Barracuda.
Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / December 20
What’s Behind the Kings’ Inconsistent Play This Season?
The Los Angeles Kings’ 2025-26 season is shaping up to be run-of-the-mill. The team has amassed 39 points in 34 games played. While the number doesn’t seem too shabby three months in, the Kings could use plenty of improvement in certain areas.
Phillip Danault News / Breakaway on SI / December 20
Kings Send Phillip Danault Back to Canadiens in Trade
The Montreal Canadiens and Los Angeles Kings pulled off a late-night trade before the NHL's Roster Freeze went into effect. The Kings agreed to trade forward Phillip Danault back to the Montreal Canadiens in exchange for a second-round pick in 2026.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 20
Canadiens Reacquire Danault from Kings for Second-Round Pick
In a bid to take the next step in their rebuild, the Montreal Canadiens returned to an old well, reacquiring centre Phillip Danault from the Los Angeles Kings for a 2026 second-round pick late Friday night.
Ken Holland News / LA Kings Insider / December 20
Key Takeaways from Ken Holland following tonight’s trade
So, that’s that. The Kings made a move before the NHL’s holiday roster freeze, as they acquired a second-round draft pick in the 2026 NHL Draft in exchange for forward Phillip Danault.
NHL News / Field Level Media / December 20
Canadiens re-acquire Phillip Danault in trade with Kings
Phillip Danault is headed back to Montreal. The Canadiens acquired the 32-year-old center from the Los Angeles Kings on Friday night in exchange for a 2026 second-round draft pick that originally was the property of the Columbus Blue Jackets.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 19
Kings Trade Phillip Danault to the Montreal Canadiens
The Los Angeles Kings have traded veteran forward Phillip Danault to the Montreal Canadiens. In the deal, the Kings have acquired Columbus’ second-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 20
Montreal Canadiens acquire Phillip Danault from Kings
A familiar face has returned to Montreal, as the Canadiens have announced that they have acquired Kings forward Phillip Danault in exchange for the Blue Jackets’ 2026 second-round pick.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 19
Canadiens re-acquire Phillip Danault from Kings for draft pick
With the NHL’s roster freeze looming, we actually managed to get a late-night trade on Friday. The Montreal Canadiens have re-acquired forward Philip Danault from the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for a 2026 second-round pick.
Adrian Kempe News / Field Level Media / December 18
Adrian Kempe scores both Kings goals in win over Lightning
Adrian Kempe scored twice in the second period as the Los Angeles Kings avoided being swept on their three-game road trip by beating the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 on Thursday night.
Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / December 18
How can the Kings solve their scoring issues?
The Kings have fallen out of the top three in the Pacific Division to holding one of the two wild-card spots in the Western Conference.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / December 18
Ontario Reign: Three Takeaways From 4-0 Victory Over Bakersfield
The Ontario Reign ended their three-game road trip with a 4-0 shutout win over the Bakersfield Condors on Wednesday night. First period: ONT: PP Martin
Adrian Kempe News / Breakaway on SI / December 17
Kings' Adrian Kempe Praises Captain's Consistent Dominance
The 2025–26 season carries a quiet weight in Los Angeles. If this truly is Anže Kopitar’s final run, it marks the closing chapter of one of the most complete careers the Kings have ever seen.
Joel Armia News / The Hockey Writers / December 17
Joel Armia Has Given the Kings More Than Expected, Forcing Himself Into a Bigger Role
Throughout a relatively underwhelming offseason for a team with high aspirations, the inability to make the necessary moves to help reach them has caused
Darcy Kuemper News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 16
Kings place Darcy Kuemper on injured reserve
The Kings announced they’ve placed starting goalie Darcy Kuemper on injured reserve.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / December 15
LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 12/8
Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings‘ weekly prospect update. This week’s update was highlighted by the organization’s number-one prospect, Liam Greentree.
Joel Edmundson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 11
Kings’ defenseman Joel Edmundson pinpoints easy fix that squandered Kraken game
The Los Angeles Kings are now 4-2-4 over their last 10 games and are slowly slipping down the Pacific Division standings. The team suffered another overtime loss to the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday night, which snapped a two-game winning streak.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / December 9
LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 12/1
Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings‘ weekly prospect update. Defenseman Kirill Kirsanov highlighted this week’s update. Kirsanov played in both games for the Ontario Reign this weekend and scored his first two AHL goals.
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