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On YouTubeLos Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / April 20
Game 1 Notes, Reactions and What Comes Next
The LA Kings dropped Game 1 in Colorado 2-1, but vibes were higher than you might think after a playoff loss. It’s important to remember where the expectations are in this series.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / April 20
LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 4/13
Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings’ weekly prospect update. With the American Hockey League’s (AHL) regular season ending, this will be the final weekly prospect update for the 2025-26 season.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 20
Kings Takeaways: Hang With Avalanche in Game 1, Lose 2-1
The Los Angeles Kings played well enough to win, and that’s saying a lot considering the fact that they are massive underdogs playing what most are calling one of the best hockey teams ever.
The 'Last 40-goal season by NHL team' quiz
How many of the most recent players to score at least 40 goals in one season for each NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / April 20
RAPID RECAP: Kings Fall 2-1 to Avs in Game 1 
After waiting about a year to get back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, LA now finds themselves down 0-1 after Game 1 of their opening-round series vs. Colorado.
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.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 19
Kings coach demands ‘meaner’ Game 2 performance after loss to Avalanche
The Los Angeles Kings did just enough at the end of the regular season to garner the No. 8 spot in the NHL’s Western Conference playoff structure. That has put them in the uncomfortable position of having to battle the top-seeded Colorado Avalanche in their opening round playoff series.
Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 19
What DJ Smith expects from Kings after crushing Game 1 loss
The 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs are underway, and the Los Angeles Kings have begun their quest for a third Stanley Cup in franchise history. Unfortunately, that quest got off to a rough start on Sunday afternoon.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 19
Scott Wedgewood should be Avalanche's primary postseason goalie after Game 1 win over Kings in Stanley Cup playoffs
It would make no sense for the Colorado Avalanche to take Wedgewood out of the net after his sharp performance against the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 20
Goalie interference reviews will be big problem in Stanley Cup playoffs
The most controversial aspect of the NHL's use of instant replay this season has become its handling of goalie interference plays.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / April 19
Hockey Royalty predictions for Round 1
The good news for the LA Kings and their fans is they don’t have to deal with the Edmonton Oilers again in Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The bad news is they get a date with the President’s Trophy-winning Colorado Avalanche.
Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / April 18
LA Kings Insider Show – Round 1 Q&A
Happy Playoffs, Insiders! You guys delivered with the questions and hopefully we were able to provide some answers. It’s a challenging Round 1 series for the Kings no matter how you shake it.
Andrei Kuzmenko News / Daily Faceoff / April 18
Kings activate Andrei Kuzmenko ahead of series against Avalanche
The Los Angeles Kings will be gaining a reinforcement for their forward depth in time for their opening-round playoff series against the Colorado Avalanche.
Andrei Kuzmenko News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 18
Kings Activate Andrei Kuzmenko Off Injured Reserve
As the Kings get set to kick off their opening round series against Colorado on Sunday, they’re getting an offensive boost. The team announced (Twitter link) that they’ve activated winger Andrei Kuzmenko off injured reserve.
Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / April 18
The Insider Show | Round 1 Playoff Q&A
LA Kings Insider Zach Dooley joins Jared Shafran for another episode of Insider Q&A ahead of the LA Kings’ first round postseason series against the Colorado Avalanche in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
NHL News / Field Level Media / April 18
Avs to put 'dangerous' offense up against upset-minded Kings
The Colorado Avalanche are prohibitive favorites in their first round Western Conference Stanley Cup Playoff series against the Los Angeles Kings, which begins with Game 1 on Sunday at Denver.
Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / April 18
‘Everyone’s Available, Except Kevin’ – DJ Smith on Kings Health Heading into Round 1
Saturday’s first practice of the 2026 postseason brought some encouraging news when it comes to the health of LA’s roster. For weeks now, forward Andrei Kuzmenko has appeared close to preparing for a return to action.
Kevin Fiala News / The Hockey Writers / April 18
How Have the Kings Navigated Kevin Fiala’s Absence?
On Feb. 13, 2026, Kevin Fiala sustained a lower leg injury while representing Team Switzerland during an Olympic game in Milan, Italy. The 6-foot Swiss native has been crucial in being a top scorer for the Los Angeles Kings and an important playmaker.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 16
Kings clinch second West wild card, will face Avalanche in Round 1 of playoffs
We now know who the best team in the NHL will meet in the opening round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. After Thursday night’s results, the Los Angeles Kings have secured the second Wild Card spot in the Western Conference.
Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 17
Kings’ fatal flaw that will doom them in 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs
Things are buzzing in Southern California after the Los Angeles Kings have clinched a playoff berth for a fifth straight season. Now, it’s a matter of who they will play.
NHL News / Field Level Media / April 15
Playoff-bound Kings out to improve positioning vs. Flames
The Los Angeles Kings have a playoff spot assured entering their final regular-season contest, a visit to the Calgary Flames on Thursday night. What has not been decided is whether the Kings (35-26-20, 90 points) will finish third in the Pacific Division or be a Western Conference wild-card team.
Anze Kopitar News / The Hockey Writers / April 14
Kings Rally for Kopitar, Clinch 5th Straight Playoff Berth
“I don’t plan on playing just seven more games.” Playing in his 20th and final season in the NHL, that was the blatant remark from Los Angeles Kings captain Anze Kopitar following a 5-4 overtime loss to the Nashville Predators on April 2, as the Kings remained on the outside looking in. Kopitar didn’t just say that he spoke it into existence.
Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / April 14
Are the Los Angeles Kings getting hot at the right time?
The Los Angeles Kings defeated the Seattle Kraken 5-3 Monday night, extending their winning streak to five games and helping them clinch a berth in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Scott 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.
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 / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 4
Kings Sign Henry Brzustewicz To Entry-Level Contract
The Los Angeles Kings have signed 2025 first-round pick Henry Brzustewicz to a three-year, entry-level contract set to begin in the 2026-27 season. He will complete the 2025-26 season on a professional try-out contract with the AHL’s Ontario Reign.
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