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Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / October 14
How concerning is the Kings’ goaltending?
Now that the NHL season is over two weeks old, there’s enough action in the books to evaluate where some teams on either extreme end of the spectrum stand, and it’s clear that the Los Angeles Kings have been one of the NHL’s biggest disappointments.
Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / October 14
LA Kings Prospect Tracker: Week Ending October 13, 2026 
It’s Week 2 of the LA Kings Prospect Tracker and there are some fascinating storylines across every league. In Flint, Jimmy Lombardi has 12 points through six games — a 136-point pace if he can keep this up.
NHL News / LA Kings Insider / October 14
FINAL – Kings 1, Oilers 4 – Clarke, Moore, Laviolette
The LA Kings dropped to 0-3-2 to begin the 2026-27 season, as they fell by a 4-1 final score against the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday evening at Crypto.com Arena.
The 'Most goals in NHL history' quiz
How many of the 22 players in NHL history with at least 600 career goals can you name in five minutes?
Brandt Clarke News / LA Kings Insider / October 14
Brandt Clarke – 10.13
Hear from defenseman Brandt Clarke after he scored the only Kings goal in a 4-1 defeat against Edmonton.
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 / Daily Faceoff / October 13
Change in structure causing problems for Kings
Things aren’t going to script in Hollywood, but sometimes that happens with a new screenplay. The Los Angeles Kings are in a year of transition. With new head coach Peter Laviolette, the team is hoping to be a little more competitive in a fairly wide-open Pacific Division, rather than barely sneaking into the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / October 13
LA Kings’ Top Line Showing Promise to Start the Season
The Los Angeles Kings are forming a new identity, one where veteran and two-time Stanley Cup champion Anze Kopitar is no longer part of the roster. Under head coach Peter Laviolette, the Kings’ top line features Artemi Panarin, Quinton Byfield and Adrian Kempe.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / October 13
LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 10/5
A week has passed, which means it’s time for our weekly LA Kings prospect update. Before we get to the prospect of the week, I want to give a quick shoutout to former Kings prospect Liam Greentree.
Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / October 12
After a pair of “unacceptable” 5-on-3 power plays, the Kings went to work on that unit today
In back-to-back games, both 2-1 defeats, the Kings have had a 5-on-3 chance. And not just a partial 5-on-3, but over a minute of 5-on-3 time in both instances.
Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / October 12
Monday Practice Notes; plus Quotes from Panarin, Laughton, Laviolette
Monday’s on-ice activity at Toyota Sports Performance Center actually began before the Kings scheduled practice even got started. Prior to the full group arriving, injured forwards Kevin Fiala and Mats Zuccarello were skating on their own, as shown in the videos below.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / October 12
The Ontario Reign Secured Their Second Comeback Victory in Three Games With Their 3-2 Overtime Win Over Coachella Valley
The Ontario Reign trailed by two again and found a way to complete the comeback with an overtime victory over the Coachella Valley Firebirds for the second time in three games.
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 / LA Kings Insider / October 11
FINAL – Kings 1, Golden Knights 2 (OT) – Kuemper, Kempe, Laviolette
The LA Kings dropped their fourth consecutive game to begin the 2026-27 regular season, falling by a 2-1 final score in overtime on Saturday evening at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Darcy Kuemper News / LA Kings Insider / October 11
Darcy Kuemper – 10.10
Hear from goaltender Darcy Kuemper following a 2-1 overtime defeat against the Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday evening at T-Mobile Arena.
Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 10
Kings Place Mats Zuccarello, Alex Turcotte On IR
As expected, the Los Angeles Kings have placed two forwards on the injured reserve ahead of tonight’s contest against the Vegas Golden Knights. According to a team announcement, the Kings have placed forwards Mats Zuccarello and Alex Turcotte on the IR.
Jared Wright News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 10
Kings Sign Jared Wright To Two-Year Extension
It has been a good 24 hours for Kings winger Jared Wright. After receiving his first recall of the season on Friday, he received a two-year contract extension today, per a team announcement. The deal, which begins next season, will carry an AAV of $925K, meaning he will receive the minimum salary in each of those years.
Jared Wright News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 9
Los Angeles Kings Recall Jared Wright
According to a team announcement, the Los Angeles Kings have recalled forward Jared Wright from the AHL’s Ontario Reign. Unfortunately, Wright’s recall comes with some bad news.
Jim Hiller News / NHL Trade Talk / October 6
Jim Hiller’s Biggest Message Is to Just Slow Down
I was listening to Jim Hiller talk before Tuesday’s game against Nashville, and I kept hearing the same message. Slow down. Not literally, of course. The Maple Leafs don’t want to slow down on the ice.
Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 5
Kings’ Kevin Fiala takes important next step in injury recovery
During the 2026 Winter Olympics, a scary on-ice event unfolded. As Switzerland took on Canada, Tom Wilson of Canada collided with Kevin Fiala of Switzerland.
Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / October 2
LA Kings Putting a Strong Focus on Defense This Season
Training camp has come and gone, but it gave us a good look at what the Los Angeles Kings will be prioritizing this season. One thing became clear throughout camp: defense will continue to be a major focus for the team.
Los Angeles Kings News / Field Level Media / September 28
Avs put eyes back on prize, begin Cup push vs. new-look Kings
Last season ended in disappointment for the Stanley Cup-or-bust Colorado Avalanche, but the reigning Presidents' Trophy winners are ready to make a run at their fourth championship when they host the Los Angeles Kings for their season opener on Wednesday night in Denver.
NHL News / Yardbarker / September 23
Three NHL defensemen poised for a breakout season
Several young NHL defensemen are entering the 2026 season with bigger opportunities and higher expectations. Some have already flashed star potential, while others are finally getting the role needed to show what they can do. Here are three defensemen poised for a breakout season.
Drew Doughty News / Daily Faceoff / September 16
Kings name Drew Doughty 15th captain in team history
One of the greatest players to ever lace up his skates will don the ‘C’ this season. On Wednesday, the Los Angeles Kings announced that Drew Doughty has been named the 15th captain in team history.
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