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Kings F Kevin Fiala out for regular season after Olympics leg injury

Los Angeles Kings forward Kevin Fiala will miss the remainder of the regular season after surgery to repair a leg injury sustained last week while competing for Switzerland at the Milan Cortina Olympics.

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Could Kings Look to $32M Forward as Replacement for Fiala?

After losing forward Kevin Fiala for the season to knee surgery, the Los Angeles Kings will need to make a decision. Are they going to try to replace his production on the trade market or make a run with the roster they have?

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / February 16

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 2/9

Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings‘ weekly prospect update. This week’s update saw two players have a strong week, making it a tough choice to make on who highlighted the week.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 15

Kings’ Kevin Fiala officially out for season after suffering broken leg at Olympics

The NHL is on its Olympic break as NHL players take part in the Olympic Games for the first time in over a decade. Participating in the Olympics is not without risk, as seen by the injury to star athlete Lindsey Vonn.

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Ontario Reign: Three Takeaways From 2-1 Loss Against Abbotsford

Despite outshooting the Abbotsford Canucks by a wide margin, the Ontario Reign couldn’t get the equalizer in their 2-1 loss. First period: None Second

Joel Armia News / LA Kings Insider / February 14

Joel Armia leading Team Finland in scoring as the medal round approaches

Probably hasn’t been a better output compared to expectations this season for the LA Kings than forward Joel Armia. So, why should the 2026 Winter Olympics be any different?

Kevin Fiala News / Yardbarker / February 14

Kings star Kevin Fiala's status revealed after Olympic injury

The injury occurred during Friday's game between Switzerland and Canada at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympic Games.

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Kevin Fiala News / NHL Trade Talk / February 14

Olympic Teammates React as Kings Lose Kevin Fiala for Season

There is a heartbreaking update on Kevin Fiala’s injury situation at the 2026 Winter Olympics. According to NHL insider Elliotte Friedman, Fiala underwent surgery Saturday morning in Italy.

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Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / February 14

Report: Kings’ Kevin Fiala to have season-ending surgery

Unfortunate news for a team looking to get back into the Stanley Cup Playoff race, and a country hoping to make a run in Milan. According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, Los Angeles Kings forward is set to have leg surgery on Saturday morning in Italy, effectively ending his season.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / February 14

Kings’ Kevin Fiala Has Season-Ending Surgery After Olympic Injury

The Olympics are a chance for the best of the best to come together, represent their countries, and take a shot at an Olympic medal. Unfortunately for Switzerland’s Kevin Fiala, that dream will be cut drastically short.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 14

Swiss team provides unfortunate update on Kevin Fiala injury

The Kevin Fiala injury update is not good. According to the Swiss Ice Hockey PR account and their official team website, “Kevin Fiala was injured in the second group game against Canada and will miss the rest of the Olympic tournament.” Fiala was down on the ice with a serious injury late in the third period of Switzerland’s loss to Team Canada.

Olympics News / Yardbarker / February 14

Ugly Kevin Fiala injury highlights risk NHL takes at Olympics

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Koehn Ziemmer News / Hockey Royalty / February 11

'He’s Quietly Becoming a Great Story For Us': Koehn Ziemmer’s Hat Trick Highlights His Quiet Development

The adage hard work pays off held true last Saturday for Koehn Ziemmer. The story of the game was defined by another never-say-die mentality that led to the Ontario Reign’s 4-3 comeback win over the Bakersfield Condors, as both teams headed into the All-Star break.

Artemi Panarin News / Total Pro Sports / February 9

NHL Trade Rumors: After Acquiring Artemi Panarin, Kings Eye Canadiens’ $34.8 Million Offensive Upgrade

The Los Angeles Kings wasted no time making noise this month. Their bold move to acquire Artemi Panarin from the New York Rangers signaled that the Kings are firmly in win-now mode, and it does not look like they are done reshaping their roster.

Warren Foegele News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 7

Kings’ Surplus At Forward Could Make Warren Foegele Expandable

The Los Angeles Kings could stick around the trade market when the NHL returns from their three-week break for the Winter Olympics. General manager Ken Holland joined TNT Sports’ NHL Game Break to breakdown the team’s acquisition of star winger Artemi Panarin, and referenced the team’s wealth of forwards with their latest addition.

Brandt Clarke News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 7

Kings Have Started Extension Talks With Brandt Clarke

Back in 2021, the Kings drafted defenseman Brandt Clarke eighth overall with the hopes that he could emerge as a key contributor on their back end. While there were some stops and starts early on in his career, he has now emerged as a legitimate top-four player.

Anze Kopitar News / Breakaway on SI / February 6

Kings' Anze Kopitar Becomes Fifth Active Player to Hit Major Milestone

A secondary assist on a first-period goal carried significance beyond the scoreboard Thursday night at T-Mobile Arena. The veteran center from Slovenia added another entry to a resume already decorated with championships and individual honors, reaching a milestone that places him among the greatest players the sport has ever produced.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / February 6