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Kings sign Taylor Ward to two-year contract extension

The Los Angeles Kings have signed forward Taylor Ward to a two-year contract extension, the club announced Monday afternoon. Ward, 27, has two goals and four points in nine games with the Kings this season.

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Kings Sign Taylor Ward To Two-Year Extension

The Kings announced they’ve signed winger Taylor Ward to a two-year extension worth $875K per season for a total value of $1.75MM. The team didn’t specify whether it’s a one-way or two-way deal.

Kenny Connors News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 26

Kings Recall Kenny Connors

The Kings announced this afternoon that they’ve recalled center Kenny Connors from AHL Ontario. With Anže Kopitar still on injured reserve, there’s no need for a corresponding move.

NHL News / LA Kings Insider / January 26

Tonight’s Kings/Blue Jackets Has Been Postponed, Rescheduled for March 9

Tonight’s game in Columbus has been postponed due to “severe winter weather” here in Columbus. The game will be rescheduled for March 9 here in Columbus.

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Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / January 26

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 1/19

Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings‘ weekly prospect update. Goaltender Carter George highlighted this week’s prospect update with another outstanding week in the OHL.

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The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

Drew Doughty News / NHL Trade Talk / January 26

Why Recency Bias Shouldn’t Derail Drew Doughty’s Olympics Case

Some armchair general managers were already downplaying Drew Doughty‘s place on Team Canada when they announced the Olympic roster. It mostly came from New York Islanders and Edmonton Oilers fans, who couldn’t understand why they kept Matthew Schaefer and Evan Bouchard at home.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 26

Fantasy Hockey 2025-26: Weekly Strength of Schedule and Streaming Targets — Week 17

Finding an edge in fantasy hockey often comes down to maximizing your man games — and targeting players with favourable matchups. Our Fantasy Hockey Strength of Schedule tool helps you do precisely that.

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / January 26

Week 16 Recap (w/ Taylor Paerels)

Taylor Paerels (LA Kings Uniform History) joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week and recap the sixteenth week of the 2025-26 season. The pair discuss the team’s 2-0-0 week against the Rangers and Blues.

NHL News / Hockey Royalty / January 25

Ontario Reign: Three Takeaways From 4-1 Win Over Colorado

The Ontario Reign scored 18 seconds into the game and never looked back in their 4-1 victory over the Colorado Eagles. First period: ONT: Cole Guttman

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 24

Trevor Moore returns, delivers in shootout as Blues top Kings

Trevor Moore returned to action with a goal plus the shootout winner as the visiting Los Angeles Kings edged the St. Louis Blues 5-4 Saturday night. Moore missed the previous 11 games with an upper-body injury.

Trevor Moore News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 24

Kings Activate Trevor Moore From Injured Reserve

The Kings announced they’ve activated forward Trevor Moore from injured reserve. They had two open roster spots, so no corresponding move is required. Moore returns to the lineup Saturday against the Blues after missing nearly a month.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / January 24

By the Numbers: Why #73 the Ultimate 'What If' in NHL Entry Draft History

In the world of hockey statistics, specific figures serve as shorthand for greatness. We immediately recognize "99" as “The Great One” or "1967" as the end of the “Original Six”.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 24

Kings getting healthier ahead of opener of road trip vs. Blues

The Los Angeles Kings moved closer to full strength as they begin a packed six-game road trip over nine days. Defenseman Drew Doughty and goaltender Darcy Kuemper should be available when the Kings start their sojourn by visiting the St.

Darcy Kuemper News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 23

Kings’ Darcy Kuemper cleared for return after injury scare vs. Rangers

Darcy Kuemper suffered a neck injury in a 4-3 Los Angeles Kings victory over the New York Rangers on Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena, leaving the game after making six saves on eight shots.

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Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / January 23

Ontario Reign: Mid-season Grades for the Prospects

The Ontario Reign’s season is slightly past the midway point, with the team possessing a 25-12-1-1 record and in second place in the Pacific Division. Ontario has played better than I anticipated, considering the number of first and second-year players on the roster.

Carter George News / Daily Faceoff / January 22