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On YouTubeLos Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / December 26
Six Players Set to Play at World Juniors
It’s late December, LA Kings fans! And with that comes everyone’s favorite time of the year: The Holidays and World Juniors! This year’s World Juniors will see six Kings prospects represent their country.
Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / December 26
Six Kings prospects set to compete at 2026 World Junior Championships 
It’s officially World Juniors season, Insiders! A look at the six LA Kings prospects who will be participating in the tournament this season, representing six different countries, as the tournament gets underway today in Minnesota.
Jimmy Lombardi News / Hockey Royalty / December 25
Notes on Jimmy Lombardi Signing His Entry-level Contract
LA Kings prospect Jimmy Lombardi celebrated Christmas early by signing his entry-level contract on Monday. Lombardi, 19, became the second Kings draft pick from the 2025 class to ink his ELC (Vojtěch Čihař the other one).
The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz
Can you name every NHL franchise's all-time leader in points in five minutes?
Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / December 24
LA Kings Prospect Tracker: Week Ending December 24, 2025
Happy Holidays to all readers and Kings fans! Week 12 of the Prospect Tracker is a brief holiday edition. Seven Kings prospects were invited to selection camps and pre-tournament games for the World Junior Championship, with updates on their statuses below.
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 / LA Kings Insider / December 24
A few thoughts on Christmas Eve
A fairly scathing story about the LA Kings is probably the one that’s deserved today. Monday’s game against Columbus was a performance that just left so much to be desired, in a moment of incredible opportunity.
Carter George News / Daily Faceoff / December 24
Meet Carter George, Canada’s No. 1 goaltender at the World Juniors – again
Given that most of Canada’s World Junior starting goalies have been 19 years old, there haven’t been many returning starters. Trevor Kidd holds the record for most games played by a Canadian goaltender, appearing in 13 from 1991-92 (he was the third goalie in 1990).
Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / December 24
FINAL – Kings 2, Kraken 3 – Kuzmenko, Fiala, Hiller
A third period rally came up short for the LA Kings (15-12-9) Wednesday night, as they fell to the Seattle Kraken (15-14-6) by a final score of 3-2 at Crypto.com Arena in the final game before the NHL’s late-December holiday break.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / December 23
LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 12/15
Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings‘ weekly prospect update. Even with a plethora of prospects inactive this week (due to no games scheduled, the World Juniors, or injury), several performances still stood out.
Jim Hiller News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 23
Kings make slight coaching adjustment amid brutal power play woes
The Los Angeles Kings have lost five of their last six games, including a 3-1 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Monday night. Coach Jim Hiller has been given a vote of confidence from the organization, despite calls for a change in LA.
Jimmy Lombardi News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 22
Los Angeles Kings Sign Jimmy Lombardi To Entry-Level Contract
The Los Angeles Kings have signed prospect forward Jimmy Lombardi to a three-year entry-level contract, according to an announcement from Lombardi’s agent Dan Milstein as well as a team announcement.
NHL News / Yardbarker / December 22
Three underperforming NHL players who must step up
We’re deep enough into the NHL season now that patience is starting to wear thin for some around the league.
Cole Guttman News / Inside The Rink / December 21
AHL: Ontario Reign Forward Suspended Two Games
Ontario Reign Forward Cole Guttman has been suspended by the AHL today. The suspension was handed down in result of Guttman’s illegal check to the head during the game against the San Jose Barracuda Saturday.
NHL News / Yardbarker / December 20
Canadiens' latest acquisition could fill void left by Jake Evans injury
Although they defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-0, the Montreal Canadiens delivered bad news to their fans.
NHL News / Yardbarker / December 20
Canadiens players take firm stance on Phillip Danault trade
The Montreal Canadiens have acquired Phillip Danault from the Los Angeles Kings.
Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / December 20
What’s Behind the Kings’ Inconsistent Play This Season?
The Los Angeles Kings’ 2025-26 season is shaping up to be run-of-the-mill. The team has amassed 39 points in 34 games played. While the number doesn’t seem too shabby three months in, the Kings could use plenty of improvement in certain areas.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 20
Montreal Canadiens acquire Phillip Danault from Kings
A familiar face has returned to Montreal, as the Canadiens have announced that they have acquired Kings forward Phillip Danault in exchange for the Blue Jackets’ 2026 second-round pick.
Adrian Kempe News / Field Level Media / December 18
Adrian Kempe scores both Kings goals in win over Lightning
Adrian Kempe scored twice in the second period as the Los Angeles Kings avoided being swept on their three-game road trip by beating the Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 on Thursday night.
Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / December 18
How can the Kings solve their scoring issues?
The Kings have fallen out of the top three in the Pacific Division to holding one of the two wild-card spots in the Western Conference.
Adrian Kempe News / Breakaway on SI / December 17
Kings' Adrian Kempe Praises Captain's Consistent Dominance
The 2025–26 season carries a quiet weight in Los Angeles. If this truly is Anže Kopitar’s final run, it marks the closing chapter of one of the most complete careers the Kings have ever seen.
Phillip Danault News / NHL Trade Talk / December 17
Phillip Danault Reportedly Demands Trade Out Of LA: 3 Frontrunners
As per reports, Phillip Danault has now officially requested a trade out of Los Angeles. Danault’s name has been swirling around the rumour mill for a little while now, and it would appear he may be the driving force in a move.
Joel Armia News / The Hockey Writers / December 17
Joel Armia Has Given the Kings More Than Expected, Forcing Himself Into a Bigger Role
Throughout a relatively underwhelming offseason for a team with high aspirations, the inability to make the necessary moves to help reach them has caused
Darcy Kuemper News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 16
Kings place Darcy Kuemper on injured reserve
The Kings announced they’ve placed starting goalie Darcy Kuemper on injured reserve.
Joel Edmundson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 11
Kings’ defenseman Joel Edmundson pinpoints easy fix that squandered Kraken game
The Los Angeles Kings are now 4-2-4 over their last 10 games and are slowly slipping down the Pacific Division standings. The team suffered another overtime loss to the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday night, which snapped a two-game winning streak.
The 'NHL Norris Trophy winners' quiz
Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?
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