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On YouTubeLos Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / April 25
What a Fifth Consecutive First-Round Exit Would Mean for the Kings
The Los Angeles Kings are down 3-0 in the series to the Colorado Avalanche. Despite the recent acquisition of Artemi Panarin and the leadership of Anže Kopitar, the Kings have found themselves consistently outclassed by a Colorado roster that is younger, faster, and more aggressive.
Jared Woolley News / LA Kings Insider / April 24
Kings Prospect Jared Woolley Begins Round 3 of OHL Playoffs + George to LA, Lombardi to ONT, Cihar to Memorial Cup 
LA Kings prospect Jared Woolley advanced to Round 3 of the OHL Playoffs, beginning toinght, as he pursues his third consecutive OHL Championship and his second straight Memorial Cup.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 24
Kings coach DJ Smith says LA ‘deserves a bounce’ amid 0-3 hole vs. Avalanche
The Los Angeles Kings are on the verge of being knocked out of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs for a seventh consecutive time dating back to 2015-16 — and a fifth straight season.
The 'Last 40-goal season by NHL team' quiz
How many of the most recent players to score at least 40 goals in one season for each NHL franchise can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / April 24
Game 3 Notes, Reactions and What Comes Next
The LA Kings managed to score two goals in Game 3, but it wasn’t enough as they fell 4-2 to the Colorado Avalanche, putting LA on the verge of elimination.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history
There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.
Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / April 24
Kings’ A-game still not enough to beat Avs
The Los Angeles Kings showed up for their first home game of the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs. In Game 3 against the Colorado Avalanche on Thursday, they outshot the Avs for the first time in the series.
NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 24
Kings Continue to Struggle Offensively; Allow Avalanche to Take 3-0 Series Lead
The Los Angeles Kings are in the exact position most expected them to be, down three games to none in the first round to the Colorado Avalanche. They
Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 23
Kings Reassign Pheonix Copley, Recall Carter George
The Kings loaned goaltender Pheonix Copley to AHL Ontario on Thursday, per a team announcement. In his place, the team summoned goalie prospect Carter George from the OHL’s Soo Greyhounds to serve as their emergency backup goaltender for the balance of the postseason.
Trevor Lewis News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 22
Trevor Lewis calls it a career after 17 NHL seasons
Veteran forward Trevor Lewis announced his retirement on Wednesday, concluding a 17-season NHL career at age 39. His final appearance came during the 2024-25 season with the Los Angeles Kings, where he finished with 12 points (six goals, six assists) across 60 games.
NHL News / Field Level Media / April 22
Kings head home in need of turnaround against Avalanche
The Los Angeles Kings are hanging tough with the Presidents' Trophy-wielding Colorado Avalanche, yet they trail 2-0 in their Western Conference first-round playoff series as it shifts to the West Coast.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 22
Kings coaches sustain injuries after wild Game 2 incident vs. Avalanche
The Los Angeles Kings and Colorado Avalanche played for a long, long time in Game 2 on Tuesday night. The Avalanche defeated their first-round opponent in the Stanley Cup Playoffs after an electric overtime period.
Trevor Lewis News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 22
Kings’ Trevor Lewis Announces Retirement
Two-time Stanley Cup champion Trevor Lewis has announced the end of his playing career. Lewis played 17 seasons and 1,034 games in the NHL between 2008 and 2025, including 14 seasons with the Los Angeles Kings.
Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / April 21
How can the Kings pull off a win against Avs?
The Stanley Cup playoffs are famously unpredictable, to the point where every year you can bank on at least a couple first-round upsets. Every now and then, though, a matchup seems so lopsided that not even the most daring of prognosticators would pick the underdog.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 21
Hurricanes put Senators on the ropes with double OT Game 2 win
The Carolina Hurricanes dealt the Ottawa Senators a possibly devastating blow in Game 2 of their Eastern Conference first-round series, the first instant classic of the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / April 20
Game 1 Notes, Reactions and What Comes Next
The LA Kings dropped Game 1 in Colorado 2-1, but vibes were higher than you might think after a playoff loss. It’s important to remember where the expectations are in this series.
Los Angeles Kings News / Field Level Media / April 20
Kings hope physical play will help solve Avs in Game 2
The Los Angeles Kings believe they have a plan heading into Game 2 of their Western Conference first-round series against the Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday night in Denver.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / April 20
LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 4/13
Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings’ weekly prospect update. With the American Hockey League’s (AHL) regular season ending, this will be the final weekly prospect update for the 2025-26 season.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 19
Scott Wedgewood should be Avalanche's primary postseason goalie after Game 1 win over Kings in Stanley Cup playoffs
It would make no sense for the Colorado Avalanche to take Wedgewood out of the net after his sharp performance against the Los Angeles Kings on Sunday.
NHL News / Yardbarker / April 20
Goalie interference reviews will be big problem in Stanley Cup playoffs
The most controversial aspect of the NHL's use of instant replay this season has become its handling of goalie interference plays.
Kevin Fiala News / The Hockey Writers / April 18
How Have the Kings Navigated Kevin Fiala’s Absence?
On Feb. 13, 2026, Kevin Fiala sustained a lower leg injury while representing Team Switzerland during an Olympic game in Milan, Italy. The 6-foot Swiss native has been crucial in being a top scorer for the Los Angeles Kings and an important playmaker.
Scott Laughton News / NHL Trade Talk / April 14
Maple Leafs’ Laughton Deal Delivers Unexpected Bonus
With the LA Kings clinching a playoff spot (they’re currently holding the second wild card in the West), the conditional 2026 pick the Toronto Maple Leafs received for Scott Laughton has officially upgraded from a 3rd-rounder to a 2nd-rounder.
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