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Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / November 3

11/3 Practice Notes – Connors Recalled, Ward Assigned, Slukynsky To Greenville + Kings Alignment With San Jose Up Tomorrow

The LA Kings made three roster moves earlier today, including the recall of forward Kenny Connors from the AHL’s Ontario Reign. Forward Taylor Ward went the other direction, as he was reassigned to the AHL, while goaltender Hampton Slukynsky was reassigned from the Reign to the ECHL’s Greenville Swamp Rabbits.

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / November 3

LA Kings Ice Reseda is Open, A Long Time In The Making

LA Kings Ice Reseda was a long time in the making. “We started working on this the last time we had the All-Star Game in 2017,” Kings President Luc Robitaille said.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / November 3

LA Kings’ Early-Season Defensive Breakdowns and Shot Production

The 2026-27 season for the Los Angeles Kings has been an interesting one by far. Through their first 13 games played, the Kings hold a 4-7-2 record, with 36 goals scored and 45 allowed.

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NHL News / Ball Exclusives / November 3

Kings Host Sharks in Pacific Division Rematch

The Los Angeles Kings host the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday at 10 p.m. EST in a Pacific Division matchup — the second meeting between the teams this season.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / November 3

Ontario Reign: Pluses and Minuses From Week 5

Week five was a dud for the Ontario Reign. For the first time in the young season, the club went winless in a week, losing three games. Ontario started the week with a 4-1 road loss to the Henderson Silver Knights, then dropped both home games to the Tucson Roadrunners.

Vojtech Cihar News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 1

Kings Assign Vojtech Cihar To WHL

The Kings have changed the plan for one of their prospects. Per the AHL’s transactions log, the team has reassigned forward Vojtech Cihar from AHL Ontario to WHL Kelowna.

Martin Chromiak News / Inside The Rink / November 2

Martin Chromiak Makes NHL Debut After 276 Games With Ontario Reign

After 276 American Hockey League games with the Ontario Reign, Martin Chromiak made his NHL debut with the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday, October 31, against the Buffalo Sabres.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / November 1

Notes From the Ontario Reign’s 3-2 Defeat Against the Tucson Roadrunners

Another two-goal lead was washed away as the Ontario Reign’s losing streak extended to a season-high four games. First period: ONT: Aatu Jamsen (4), ASST:

NHL News / Hockey Royalty / October 31

A Disastrous Third Period Dooms the Ontario Reign in Their 5-4 Home Loss to the Tucson Roadrunners

A great 40 minutes went down the drain as the Ontario Reign surrendered five third-period goals in game one of their weekend series against the Tucson Roadrunners.

Brandt Clarke News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 30

Brandt Clarke joins laundry list of Kings injuries in OT win vs. Senators

The Los Angeles Kings were able to defeat the Ottawa Senators in overtime on Thursday night, stymying a late Sens comeback to win 6-5. But they also lost one of their key defensemen during the game.

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 30

5 LA Kings Milestones to Keep an Eye on This Season

The 2026-27 season is still in its early stages, but there are already several career milestones worth watching for the Los Angeles Kings. With veterans such as Drew Doughty, Artemi Panarin, and Adrian Kempe assuming important roles this season, it is worth observing several notable milestones.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 30

Kings squander 4-goal edge in third period, nip Senators in OT

Quinton Byfield snapped in a wrist shot from the top edge of the left circle at 3:37 of overtime as the Los Angeles Kings, despite blowing a four-goal lead in the third period, pulled out a 6-5 victory over visiting Ottawa Senators on Thursday night.

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Los Angeles Kings News / Rink Royalty / October 29

Kings' winning road trip ends with a frustrating reality check in Chicago

The Kings concluded their five-game road trip with their first back-to-back set of the season in New York City against the New York Rangers and the next night in Chicago against the Chicago Blackhawks.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 29

Kings Recall Martin Chromiak, Reassign Jared Wright

The Los Angeles Kings have swapped depth forwards on their NHL roster. Per a team announcement, winger Jared Wright has been reassigned to the team’s AHL affiliate, the Ontario Reign.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Lead / October 29

Was the Kings’ First Win a Turning Point or a Temporary Reprieve?

The Los Angeles Kings finally secured their first win of the season against the Washington Capitals on Oct. 20. Since then, however, their results have been mixed, leaving questions about whether the team has genuinely turned a corner or simply enjoyed a brief reprieve.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / October 29

Power Play Changes the LA Kings Need to Make

The Los Angeles Kings have played 11 games in the 2026–27 regular season and currently rank 30th among 32 NHL teams. Their power-play performance is one area worth analyzing as they look to climb the standings.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 27

Kings strive to continue improved play on road as Blackhawks await

Winless through their first six games of the season, the Los Angeles Kings enter Tuesday night's road contest against the Chicago Blackhawks with victories in three of the past four contests.

Drew Doughty News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 26

Kings’ Drew Doughty reveals how long he has left in his career

The Los Angeles Kings are navigating a tough start to the 2026-27 NHL campaign. They are figuring things out without Anze Kopitar, who retired at the end of last season.

Martin Chromiak News / Inside The Rink / October 27

AHL: Martin Chromiak Named Player of the Week 10/19-10/25

The Ontario Reign went 2-1-0 last week. They won 3-2 over the Calgary Wranglers on Tuesday night. Then over the weekend, they split their two games with the Texas Stars.

Mats Zuccarello News / Daily Faceoff / October 26

Kings’ Zuccarello out against Rangers with upper-body injury

A veteran presence is going to be out of action once again, this time ahead of another anticipated return to Madison Square Garden. When speaking to reporters,

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / October 24

A disastrous season is exactly what the Kings need

Sometimes, a step backward is the best path forward.

Brandt Clarke lifts Kings past Islanders in overtime

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NHL News / Yardbarker / October 22

Four NHL players looking to break out of early slumps

The 2026-27 NHL season is still in its early stages, but several established players have struggled to find their footing. While some teams have gotten off to impressive starts, others are already searching for answers.

Senators fans give Brady Tkachuk well-deserved cold reception in return to Ottawa

Tim Stutzle's personal chef trolls Brady Tkachuk after Senators' win over Panthers

Panthers-Senators was exactly the jolt of excitement the NHL needed

Penguins explain Ben Kindel medical emergency after his return to Pittsburgh

Panthers goaltender Cooper Black to make NHL debut, break interesting NHL record

Quinton Byfield News / Daily Faceoff / October 20

Kings’ Quinton Byfield exits game with upper-body injury

The Los Angeles Kings are in the midst of a nightmarish start to their 2026-27 season, and they got dealt another blue during their game on Tuesday night.

Mats Zuccarello News / Yardbarker / October 19