Los Angeles Kings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Adrian Kempe News / Field Level Media / November 6

Adrian Kempe rides hot stretch into Kings’ matchup with Penguins

The Los Angeles Kings are a different team with Adrian Kempe in the lineup. The Pittsburgh Penguins will have to account for Kempe on Saturday evening in Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / November 6

Practice Report, 11/6 – Laviolette on Turcotte/Fiala + Alignment Notes, 56/24/40 Line, Homestand Rolls On

The LA Kings were back on the ice this morning, in preparation for tomorrow’s game against Pittsburgh. After a big win on Wednesday over San Jose and a scheduled day off yesterday, today’s practice was the final tune-up opportunity before taking on the Penguins tomorrow evening.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Lead / November 6

The LA Kings Need To Start Winning the Games That Matter

The Los Angeles Kings need to find ways to beat their Pacific Division opponents if they hope to stay competitive in the Western Conference. In their first 14 games of the 2026–27 season, the Kings are 5-7-2, including 1-1-2 against division opponents.

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The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

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Elias Pettersson News / NHL Rumors / November 5

Could the Los Angeles Kings revisit Elias Pettersson talks?

Daily Faceoff: The Los Angeles Kings are looking for offense to add to their top-six. Could the Kings check back in with the Vancouver Canucks about Elias Pettersson?

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 5

Sharks' Sherwood calls Kings 'disrespectful,' demands his teammates 'do something about it'

San Jose Sharks forward Kiefer Sherwood said his team was “disrespected” by the Los Angeles Kings during the Sharks’ 7-2 loss Wednesday night.

Sharks continue to deal with growing pains

Adrian Kempe's hat trick keeps Kings on upswing vs. Sharks

The 'Conference champion San Jose Sharks' quiz

Joel Armia News / The Hockey Writers / November 5

LA Kings’ Historically Bad Penalty Kill Needs More Joel Armia

The Los Angeles Kings have killed 24 of 39 penalties this season. That’s 61.5 percent, last in the NHL and almost two points behind the 31st-place Vancouver Canucks.

Los Angeles Kings News / Field Level Media / November 5

NHL roundup: Adrian Kempe's hat trick lifts Kings past Sharks

Adrian Kempe notched his fifth NHL hat trick to lead the Los Angeles Kings to a 7-2 win over the visiting San Jose Sharks on Wednesday. Kempe also had an assist for the Kings, who are 5-3-0 since starting the season 0-4-2.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 5

Kings: Overreaction trade Los Angeles must make amid inconsistent start to NHL season

The Los Angeles Kings won big against the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday night. It was a win they certainly needed. Los Angeles cruised to a 7-2 triumph over Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks.

Brandt Clarke News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 5

Brandt Clarke’s ‘fortunate’ message amid potential breakout season

The Los Angeles Kings have struggled early in the 2026-27 NHL season. They began the year winless, and did pick up some big wins after breaking that first losing streak.

NHL News / Yardbarker

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.

Adrian Kempe News / Field Level Media / November 5

Adrian Kempe's hat trick keeps Kings on upswing vs. Sharks

Adrian Kempe notched his fifth NHL hat trick to lead the Los Angeles Kings to a 7-2 win over the visiting San Jose Sharks on Wednesday night. Kempe also had an assist for the Kings, who are 5-3-0 in their past eight games after starting the season 0-4-2.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 4

Kings Recall Kenny Connors; Reassign Taylor Ward

Yesterday afternoon, the Los Angeles Kings announced that they recalled forward Kenny Connors from the AHL’s Ontario Reign. In a corresponding roster move, the Kings reassigned Taylor Ward.

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Hampton Slukynsky News / Hockey Royalty / November 4

Analysis: Why Hampton Slukynsky Was Loaned to the Greenville Swamp Ribbits (ECHL)

The Ontario Reign’s three-goalie rotation appears to be no more. Yesterday morning, the LA Kings reassigned rookie goaltender Hampton Slukynsky to the ECHL’s Greenville Swamp Rabbits.

Alex Turcotte News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 3

Alex Turcotte Back At Kings Practice

Los Angeles Kings forward Alex Turcotte returned to full participation at Kings practice on Tuesday morning, per Jesse Cohen of the KingsMen Podcast. This

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / November 3

LA Kings’ Early-Season Defensive Breakdowns and Shot Production

The 2026-27 season for the Los Angeles Kings has been an interesting one by far. Through their first 13 games played, the Kings hold a 4-7-2 record, with 36 goals scored and 45 allowed.

NHL News / Ball Exclusives / November 3

Kings Host Sharks in Pacific Division Rematch

The Los Angeles Kings host the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday at 10 p.m. EST in a Pacific Division matchup — the second meeting between the teams this season.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / November 2

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 10/26

Another week has passed, which means it’s time for our weekly LA Kings prospect update. This week’s update was highlighted by a college hockey prospect: Kristian Epperson.

Vojtech Cihar News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 1

Kings Assign Vojtech Cihar To WHL

The Kings have changed the plan for one of their prospects. Per the AHL’s transactions log, the team has reassigned forward Vojtech Cihar from AHL Ontario to WHL Kelowna.

Martin Chromiak News / Inside The Rink / November 2

Martin Chromiak Makes NHL Debut After 276 Games With Ontario Reign

After 276 American Hockey League games with the Ontario Reign, Martin Chromiak made his NHL debut with the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday, October 31, against the Buffalo Sabres.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / October 30

5 LA Kings Milestones to Keep an Eye on This Season

The 2026-27 season is still in its early stages, but there are already several career milestones worth watching for the Los Angeles Kings. With veterans such as Drew Doughty, Artemi Panarin, and Adrian Kempe assuming important roles this season, it is worth observing several notable milestones.

Martin Chromiak News / Inside The Rink / October 27

AHL: Martin Chromiak Named Player of the Week 10/19-10/25

The Ontario Reign went 2-1-0 last week. They won 3-2 over the Calgary Wranglers on Tuesday night. Then over the weekend, they split their two games with the Texas Stars.

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / October 24

A disastrous season is exactly what the Kings need

Sometimes, a step backward is the best path forward.

Brandt Clarke lifts Kings past Islanders in overtime

The 'Los Angeles Kings Stanley Cup-winning teams' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 22

Four NHL players looking to break out of early slumps

The 2026-27 NHL season is still in its early stages, but several established players have struggled to find their footing. While some teams have gotten off to impressive starts, others are already searching for answers.

Senators fans give Brady Tkachuk well-deserved cold reception in return to Ottawa

Tim Stutzle's personal chef trolls Brady Tkachuk after Senators' win over Panthers

Panthers-Senators was exactly the jolt of excitement the NHL needed

Penguins explain Ben Kindel medical emergency after his return to Pittsburgh

Panthers goaltender Cooper Black to make NHL debut, break interesting NHL record

Quinton Byfield News / Daily Faceoff / October 20

Kings’ Quinton Byfield exits game with upper-body injury

The Los Angeles Kings are in the midst of a nightmarish start to their 2026-27 season, and they got dealt another blue during their game on Tuesday night.