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NHL Rumours: Extension Talks Start for Los Angeles Kings Star

It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re in the middle of the summer, but there’s plenty to discuss when it comes to team activities. Clubs have made plenty of moves, but this is the quiet part of the NHL calendar.

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LA Kings 2025-26 Schedule and Other NHL Season Notes

Returning for their 59th NHL season, the LA Kings 2025-26 schedule is now available. It will actually be final time they play 82 regular season games, as the entire league will move to an 84-game campaign beginning in October 2026, with a reduced preseason as well.

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / July 16

Introducing the 2025-26 LA Kings regular-season schedule

Introducing the 2025-26 regular-season schedule. It’s one of my favorite days/times of the year personally. Sure, I get a slight look at things in advance but taking a look into the homestands, the roadtrips, the holidays, the weekends, the matchups and everything in between…..it’s just something fun for me to do and hopefully for some […]

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / July 15

Kings’ Goaltending Pipeline Has Gone From Rags to Riches

Finding an elite goaltender who can play at the highest of levels and be relied upon to be that number one “guy” year after year doesn’t come easily. Having good goaltending has proven to be one of the most important aspects when it comes to contending, just ask the Edmonton Oilers.

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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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The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 14

Kings’ most realistic trade acquisition in 2025 NHL offseason

For a fourth year in a row, the Los Angeles Kings lost in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs to the Edmonton Oilers. This led the Kings not to move on from general manager Rob Blake and hire Ken Holland as his replacement.

Corey Perry News / Hockey Latest / July 12

Edmonton Oilers Veteran Forward Reveals His Thoughts On Corey Perry Signing With Rival Los Angeles Kings

Corey Perry departed for Los Angeles in free agency, and now veteran teammate Adam Henrique has opened up on his departure from Edmonton as he now becomes a critical Pacific Division rival of his former team.

Liam Greentree News / Hockey Royalty / July 12

What One New Rule Change Means for Liam Greentree

By now, you already know that the NHL and NHLPA came to an agreement on a new CBA starting in 2026. It’s good news for the league and its fans, as it means five more years without any labor stoppages.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / July 11

Ontario Reign Roster Update

Free agent signings by the LA Kings and the Ontario Reign (AHL contracts) have provided a clearer picture of the Reign’s current roster. Taylor Ward Ward was signed to a one-year $775,000 two-way contract extension.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / July 7

It’s Not the Taxes — It’s the LA Kings

There’s a myth that the LA Kings organization and its fanbase cling to each July 1st. The myth is that California’s tax rate is what keeps elite NHL players from signing in Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 7

Examining Kings' new-look defense

The Kings have been eliminated by the Oilers in the Stanley Cup Playoffs in each of the last four seasons and were expected to make changes this summer as they try to get past the first round.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / July 7

Kings Fill Holes Through Free Agency, But Did They Get Better?

Before free agency opened, the Los Angeles Kings and general manager (GM) Ken Holland knew they had lots of work to do to try and fill their glaring holes while also wanting to ice a roster that had improved.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 6

Three NHL teams that have missed the mark this offseason

Three NHL teams that have missed the mark so far this offseason

There is still time for these teams to change their offseason, and one big trade can still impact things, but through the first week, these teams have dropped the ball. So far.

Five best signings from the first day of NHL free agency

Five worst signings from the first day of NHL free agency

Best, worst value contracts signed so far in NHL free agency

Eastern Conference free-agency recap

Red Wings forward announces retirement in surprising move

Corey Perry News / Trade Talk Sports / July 5

What Do Players Like Corey Perry Bring to a Team?

When Corey Perry signed with the Edmonton Oilers, fans weren’t quite sure what to expect. He was 38. He’d been bought out in Chicago. He came with a reputation—not always a flattering one.

Los Angeles Kings News / Breakaway on SI / July 4

Kings’ GM Putting Unfortunate Stamp on Roster

The Los Angeles Kings went into the offseason knowing change was needed. That’s why they brought in former Detroit Red Wings and Edmonton Oilers executive Ken Holland to transform this team from playoff team to Stanley Cup contender.

Angus Booth News / Hockey Royalty / July 4

EXCLUSIVE: Angus Booth Reflects on His First Professional Season with Ontario Reign

Angus Booth had a solid first year for the Ontario Reign, quickly earning the trust of head coach Marco Sturm. The trust Sturm had in Booth led to him playing big minutes against the opposing team’s best players.

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Ken Holland News / House of Hockey / July 4

LA Kings Fans Already Furious With New GM Ken Holland After Reckless Free Agency Signing

LA Kings GM Ken Holland has made several questionable signings in free agency so far, and now fans have taken to social media to absolutely blast him. Ken Holland certainly made waves on July 1st after a string of head-scratching signings with the Los Angeles Kings.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 3

Best, worst value contracts signed so far in NHL free agency

NHL free agency opened on Tuesday, and, so far, 181 contracts have been signed worth almost $800,000,000 total. Which contracts will age well, and which had fans shaking their heads at the numbers?

Is Nikolaj Ehlers signing enough to put Hurricanes over the top?

Mitch Marner is perfect Golden Knights addition in every way

Jeff Skinner remains unsigned — has ship sailed with Oilers?

Five worst signings from the first day of NHL free agency

Five best signings from the first day of NHL free agency

Taylor Ward News / Daily Faceoff / July 2

Kings sign winger Taylor Ward to one-year contract

The Los Angeles Kings signed forward Taylor Ward to a one-year, two-way contract, according to PuckPedia. Ward spent nearly the entire 2024-25 season with the Kings’ AHL affiliate, the Ontario Reign, scoring 12 goals and adding 15 assists for 27 points in 66 regular-season games.

Corey Perry News / NHL Trade Talk / July 2

Corey Perry leaves Oilers for playoff rival

Perry, 40, is coming off a strong season with the Oilers, where he scored 19 goals and added 10 more in the playoffs.

The 25 most memorable Stanley Cup-clinching moments

The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

Los Angeles Kings News / Breakaway on SI / July 1

Kings Extend Winger With Postseason Scoring Touch

After playing for four different teams in the past two seasons — and three of them just this past season — Los Angeles Kings winger Andrei Kuzmenko has found a home, for now.

Andrei Kuzmenko News / Inside The Rink / July 1

Andrei Kuzmenko Signs One-Year Extension in Los Angeles

The Los Angeles Kings have inked Andrei Kuzmenko to a one-year contract extension worth $4.3 million total. The 29-year-old forward split the 2024-25 season between the Calgary Flames, Philadelphia Flyers and Los Angeles Kings.

Andrei Kuzmenko News / Daily Faceoff / June 30

Los Angeles Kings re-sign Andrei Kuzmenko to one-year contract

The Los Angeles Kings have signed forward Andrei Kuzmenko to a one-year contract extension, the club announced Monday afternoon. Kuzmenko, 29, collected 11 goals and 37 points in 66 games split between the Calgary Flames, Philadelphia Flyers, and Kings during the 2024-25 regular season.