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Kings sign forward Samuel Helenius to two-year contract extension (AAV: $875,000)

The LA Kings have signed forward Samuel Helenius to a contract extension. Helenius’ contract is a two-year deal, carrying an AAV of $875,000, and I believe that the contract is a one-way deal in both seasons.

NHL News / LA Kings Insider / December 2

Kings acquire forward Nikita Alexandrov from St. Louis in exchange for forward Akil Thomas

The LA Kings have acquired forward Nikita Alexandrov from the St. Louis Blues in exchange for forward Akil Thomas. Alexandrov is currently on a one-year, two-way contract, which expires at the end of the 2025-26 season.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / December 2

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 11/24

Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings‘ weekly prospect update. This week’s update was highlighted by Jimmy Lombardi, who had four goals and one assist for five points in three games.

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Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / December 1

Angeles Analysis – It’s December & The Kings Are In First Place + Today’s Changes

As the calendar flips to December, the LA Kings sit in an unfamiliar position – atop the Pacific Division standings. The last time you could say that on December 1 was in 2017, when only Anze Kopitar, Drew Doughty and Adrian Kempe were on the roster.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / December 1

Kings Prospects Who Could See Action at World Juniors This Month

It’s December… so you know what that means! World Junior selection camps will be getting underway soon and we’re less than 30 days away from the 2026 event kicking off.

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / December 1

Kings prospects Brzustewicz & McMorrow named to Team USA World Juniors Preliminary Roster

Approaching that time, Insiders! The World Junior Championships are 25 days away, so over the coming days and weeks, we’ll start to see news of Kings prospects be named to camps, preliminary rosters and ultimately selections to participate in the tournament.

Jakub Dvorak News / MayorsManor.com / November 30

Projected Lineup: Reign vs. Stars, Plus Notes on Matchup with Rare Opponent and Dvorak Update

Fresh off a thrilling 4-3 win on Friday night, Reign coach Andrew Lord will attempt to turn his team’s attention toward a rare out-of-division matchup against the Texas Stars on Sunday evening.

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / November 30

Rapid Review: Kempe Gives Kings OT Win Over Canucks

Saturday night marked game No. 25 of the Kings current campaign, and it was their 12th overtime contest. It’s a stat that on the surface almost seems impossible, yet it’s true.

Kevin Fiala News / LA Kings Insider / November 30

Around the season of giving, Kevin Fiala is setting the example with his Fiala’s Friends program

With Thanksgiving Weekend now behind us, I wanted to take the time to share a story that most Kings fans should be thankful for. For anyone looking for something in the LA Kings world to be thankful for, how about Kevin Fiala and the program he ran on Wednesday afternoon.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 30

Takeaways From Kings Finding a Way in Wonky, Low-Event Affair vs Canucks

Have you ever seen three goals be under review back-to-back-to-back in the first five minutes of the opening frame? What could have ended up being a hot start for both the Los Angeles Kings and Vancouver Canucks, was instead the cause of a sloppy, discombobulated, low-event affair.

NHL News / LA Kings Insider / November 30

FINAL – Kings 2, Canucks 1 (OT) – Moore, Anderson, Hiller

The LA Kings moved into a tie at the top of the Pacific Division, as they found a way to collect two points in a 2-1 overtime victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Saturday evening at Crypto.com Arena.

Adrian Kempe News / Field Level Media / November 30

Kings' OT hero Adrian Kempe strikes again vs. Canucks

Adrian Kempe scored his third overtime goal of the season at 3:58 to lift the Los Angeles Kings to a 2-1 victory against the visiting Vancouver Canucks on Saturday night.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 29

After tough loss, Kings seek return to win column vs. Canucks

The Los Angeles Kings will try to rebound from a difficult loss when they host the Vancouver Canucks on Saturday night. The Kings led 4-2 midway through the third period on Friday against the Anaheim Ducks before surrendering two goals, the second in a 6-on-5 situation with 1:31 left in regulation.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / November 28

Ducks Take 5-4 Victory Against Kings in Season’s First Freeway Faceoff

The Los Angeles Kings hit the road on Black Friday to face their neighbors and long-time rivals, the Anaheim Ducks. The game was the first of the season’s meetings between the two, and kicked off the “Freeway Faceoff” series.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 27

Drew Doughty returns to Kings practice while Warren Foegele leaves

Thursday’s practice left the Los Angeles Kings with positives and negatives on the injury front.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 27

Kings thriving on road entering Freeway Faceoff clash at Ducks

The Los Angeles Kings have made themselves at home on the road, recording a Western Conference co-leading nine wins in enemy territory. The Kings will look to continue their good fortune on the road Friday when they visit the Anaheim Ducks in the first Freeway Faceoff of the season.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / November 27

Hockey Royalty: Why I am Thankful

Today isn’t a day I bring you an Ontario Reign recap or LA Kings prospect updates. It’s a day to be thankful. For the past 3.5 seasons, I have been lucky enough to be given a platform to cover the Reign and Kings prospects here at Hockey Royalty.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 26

Red Wings place forward Michael Rasmussen on IR

The Detroit Red Wings announced they’ve activated bottom-six forward Elmer Söderblom from the injured reserve.

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Kevin Fiala News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 24

Kings’ Kevin Fiala says fresh start is here for struggling PP ahead of Senators clash

The Los Angeles Kings face the Ottawa Senators on Prime Monday Night Hockey after a two-day break. While they are in the postseason picture, they have lost three consecutive games amid Drew Doughty’s injury.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / November 24

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 11/17

Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings‘ weekly prospect update. This week’s update was highlighted by Kenny Connors, who is off to a great start in his professional career with the Ontario Reign.

Adrian Kempe News / The Hockey Writers / November 21

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.