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Are the Los Angeles Kings simply too old?

It’s often said that hockey is a young man’s game. Just don’t tell that to the Los Angeles Kings. The Kings were the third-oldest team in the NHL last season in terms of average age, and they haven’t exactly embraced a youth movement this offseason.

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With family in stands, Jimmy Lombardi impresses for Team Canada at World Junior Summer Showcase

As a part of our prospects coverage this season on LA Kings Insider, please welcome Jon Paul Morosi to the Insider family! A new Insider for the Insiders!

Alex Laferriere News / Hockey Royalty / July 31

LA Kings Training Camp Preview: Alex Laferriere

With training camp just around the corner, we are previewing each player on the LA Kings roster. Up next: Alex Laferriere! Birthdate: October 28, 2001

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / July 31

Development Camp Conversations

Host Jesse Cohen is joined by several Kings prospects for a pair of interviews, highlighting those who played together as teammates last season. First, Flint Firebirds teammates Jimmy Lombardi and Alex Kostov join the program, after Kostov was selected by the Kings at the 2026 NHL Draft, followed by the title-winning trio of Kristian Epperson, […]

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Most NHL goals all-time' quiz

Kevin Fiala News / Hockey Royalty / July 30

LA Kings Training Camp Preview: Kevin Fiala

With training camp just around the corner, we are previewing each player on the LA Kings roster. Up first: Kevin Fiala! Birthdate: July 22, 1996 Birthplace: St.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Joel Armia News / The Hockey Writers / July 30

3 Reasons Joel Armia Could Take a Step in Year 2 With the Kings

When the Los Angeles Kings signed Joel Armia in free agency, the move brought depth to their lineup, one that would improve the penalty kill and give the organization another dependable veteran capable of playing in challenging circumstances.

Artemi Panarin News / Hockey Royalty / July 29

LA Kings Training Camp Preview: Artemi Panarin

With training camp just around the corner, we are previewing each player on the LA Kings roster. Up next: Artemi Panarin! Birthdate: October 30, 1991 Birthplace: Korkino, Russia Height: 6’0 Weight: 176 lbs Position: Left wing Shoots: Right Draft: Undrafted Rather than beginning the season as a King, Artemi Panarin was a New York Ranger.

Jacob Moverare News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 28

Jacob Moverare Signs With Switzerland’s EV Zug

After five seasons in the Los Angeles Kings depth chart, defenseman Jacob Moverare is headed back overseas. He has signed with EV Zug of Switzerland’s National League per a team announcement.

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / July 28

Summer Showcase Update and List of Kings Players Expected at World Juniors

With this year’s Summer Showcase underway in Canada, it’s worth noting the Kings’ four participants at the event are only a portion of the team’s full list of prospects expected at the upcoming World Junior Championships.

Adrian Kempe News / Hockey Royalty / July 28

LA Kings Training Camp Preview: Adrian Kempe

With training camp just around the corner, we are previewing each player on the LA Kings roster. Up next: Adrian Kempe! Birthdate: September 13, 1996 Birthplace:

Francesco Pinelli News / The Hockey Writers / July 28

Francesco Pinelli Needs More Offense & Consistency to Make the LA Kings Roster

Every NHL organization faces the challenge of developing its prospects, and each player’s path to the league is different. While Francesco Pinelli found success in junior hockey with the Kitchener Rangers, he has needed additional time to adjust to the professional level with the Ontario Reign.

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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 / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 28

Kings’ biggest mistake so far in 2026 NHL free agency

The Los Angeles Kings failed once again to win a playoff series in 2026. This time, the Kings failed to win a single playoff game. They were swept by the Colorado Avalanche in round one.

Quinton Byfield News / Hockey Royalty / July 27

LA Kings Training Camp Preview: Quinton Byfield

With training camp just around the corner, we are previewing each player on the LA Kings roster. Up first: Quinton Byfield! Birthdate: August 19, 2022

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The 'Active 4th quarter comebacks' quiz

The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz

The '4-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz

The 'Most NBA Finals points' quiz

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / July 27

Summer Signings: Zuccarello & Haula

Michael Russo (The Athletic) and Brooks Bratten (Nashville Predators) join host Jesse Cohen to discuss the free agent signings of Mats Zuccarello and Erik Haula for the 2025-26 season.

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / July 23

2026-27 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Los Angeles Kings’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses, and so much more.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / July 22

5 Must-Watch LA Kings Games in 2026–27

With just two months left before the 2026-27 season begins, the Los Angeles Kings have quietly been working behind the scenes with trades and signings.

Elliotte Friedman News / NHLFanCentral / July 22

Elliotte Friedman reveals the Kings’ biggest remaining offseason priority

Elliotte Friedman says the Los Angeles Kings still want to add a defenseman this offseason, but tight cap space is holding them back. General manager Ken Holland still has two real priorities this summer.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 16

Kings Sign Elton Hermansson To Entry-Level Contract

The Los Angeles Kings have come to terms with their top draft choice of the 2026 NHL Draft. The Kings announced they’ve signed forward Elton Hermansson to a three-year, entry-level contract.

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / July 15

Kings sign Elton Hermansson to entry-level contract

The Los Angeles Kings have locked up their rocket man. On Wednesday, the Kings announced that they have signed forward Elton Hermansson to his three-year, entry-level contract.

Justin Nachbaur News / Inside The Rink / July 15

AHL: Hartford Wolf Pack Sign Justin Nachbaur

The Hartford Wolf Pack today signed forward Justin Nachbaur to a one-year contract for the 2026-27 season. He appeared in 31 games last season for the Hershey Bears, recording three points on two goals and an assist.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 11

McDavid… Matthews?: Kings Clearing Space for 'Superstud LA-Type' Signing

Whether it’s Quinton Byfield or now Brandt Clark, at some point, the next wave in Los Angeles has to drive the bus for a Kings team that’s still trying to hang around in a tough Western Conference.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL Rumors / June 29

NHL Rumors: The Los Angeles Kings and Drew Doughty

Sportsnet: Elliotte Friedman on the 32 Thoughts: The Podcast – The picks are in episode, on the Los Angeles Kings and Drew Doughty “Drew Doughty, that was, that was a big deal that the Kings announced, that they’ll go into next year and see how it goes, and then sort it out after.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 27

Kings To Wait Until 2027 To Negotiate With Drew Doughty

The Los Angeles Kings will face a franchise-defining question when defenseman Drew Doughty – the final player remaining from their 2014 Stanley Cup win – faces free agency in 2027.

Brandt Clarke News / Field Level Media / June 26

D Brandt Clarke rewarded by Kings with 5-year, $37M deal

Following a career-best 40 points this season, defenseman Brandt Clarke declined free agency and re-signed with the Los Angeles Kings on Friday for $37 million over five seasons.