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Is Adrian Kempe Destined to Be the Kings’ Next Captain?

On Nov. 16, 2025, forward Adrian Kempe signed an eight-year extension worth $10.625 million average annual value (AAV) with the Los Angeles Kings. This marks a pivotal deal for Kempe himself and for the franchise as they look for a replacement after captain Anže Kopitar’s retirement at the end of the 2025-26 season.

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