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Saturday night marked game No. 25 of the Kings current campaign, and it was their 12th overtime contest. It’s a stat that on the surface almost seems impossible, yet it’s true.

Adrian Kempe News / Field Level Media / November 30

Kings' OT hero Adrian Kempe strikes again vs. Canucks

Adrian Kempe scored his third overtime goal of the season at 3:58 to lift the Los Angeles Kings to a 2-1 victory against the visiting Vancouver Canucks on Saturday night.

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / November 26

From ownership to the locker room, everyone was in agreement on the importance of keeping Adrian Kempe as a King

“He’s a player that we couldn’t lose.” I don’t think it takes a ton of legwork to understand why the Kings needed to retain the services of Adrian Kempe.

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NHL News / LA Kings Insider / November 25

FINAL – Kings 2, Senators 1 – Clarke, Foegele, Hiller

The LA Kings returned to the win column on home ice as they skated to a 2-1 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Monday evening at Crypto.com Arena. Neither team found the back of the net in the first period, with Ottawa holding a narrow 11-10 advantage in shots on goal.

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Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / November 21

Is Adrian Kempe Destined to Be the Kings’ Next Captain?

On Nov. 16, 2025, forward Adrian Kempe signed an eight-year extension worth $10.625 million average annual value (AAV) with the Los Angeles Kings. This marks a pivotal deal for Kempe himself and for the franchise as they look for a replacement after captain Anže Kopitar’s retirement at the end of the 2025-26 season.

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / November 21

FINAL – Kings 3, Sharks 4 – Armia, Kempe, Hiller

The LA Kings (10-6-5) battled back to earn a point with a tying goal late in the third, but the San Jose Sharks (10-8-3) ultimately prevailed by a final score of 4-3, earning the extra point from a shootout result Thursday night at the SAP Center.

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / November 19

Why Adrian Kempe took less money to stay with the Kings

This story first appeared on hockeysverige.se and has been translated from Swedish to English. The Los Angeles Kings chose to go all-in on their Swedish star.

Los Angeles Kings News / Flamesnation / November 18

NHL Notebook: Adrian Kempe signs eight-year extension with Kings

One of the top free agents in the 2026 off-season is off the market. On Monday, it was announced by the Los Angeles Kings that they’ve extended Adrian Kempe to an eight-year deal worth $10.625 million annually.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / November 17

LA Kings Notebook: Doughty, Kempe & Kuzmenko

It’s been a confusing start to the 2025-26 season for the Los Angeles Kings, and one you could classify as almost the opposite of last season so far. After a really rough first handful of games, they have found ways to come out on top in four straight, taking their road game to a whole other level.

Los Angeles Kings News / Oilersnation / November 17

NHL Notebook: Adrian Kempe signs eight-year contract extension with Kings

Another one of the big-name potential unrestricted free agents was taken off the board. On Sunday, the Los Angeles Kings signed forward Adrian Kempe to an eight-year contract extension.

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / November 17

Did the Kings spend too much on Adrian Kempe’s new deal?

The Los Angeles Kings locked up one of their top players over the weekend, signing Adrian Kempe to an eight-year, $85-million contract extension with an annual average value of $10.625 million through the 2033-34 season.

Adrian Kempe News / NHL Trade Talk / November 17

Kings Keep Their Guy: How L.A. Landed Adrian Kempe Under $11 Million

The Los Angeles Kings got the deal they absolutely had to get done — and they did it on their terms. Adrian Kempe, the team’s leading scorer for two straight seasons and the heartbeat of their forward group, signed an eight-year extension on Sunday at a tidy $10.625 million AAV.

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Los Angeles Kings News / Field Level Media / November 16

Reports: Kings, Adrian Kempe agree to 8-year, $85M deal

Adrian Kempe may very well be a King for life. The winger and the Los Angeles Kings have agreed on a new eight-year, $85-million contract, according to multiple reports Sunday.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / November 16

Kings Sign Kempe to an 8 Year Contract Extension

The Los Angeles Kings have announced that they have signed forward Adrian Kempe to an eight-year, $85 million contract extension. The deal carries an average annual value (AAV) of $10.62 million, which makes him the highest-paid forward on the team starting in 2026-27.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL Rumors / November 16

NHL News: Adrian Kempe and Los Angeles Kings Strike a Deal

The Los Angeles Kings and forward Adrian Kempe have agreed on a new eight-year contract extension worth $85 million. Kempe’s new contract with the Kings carries an annual average value of $10.625 million.

Los Angeles Kings News / Last Word On Sports / November 16

Report: Los Angeles Kings Extend Star Forward

The Los Angeles Kings have taken care of an important piece of business. News emerged late Sunday afternoon that the Kings and forward Adrian Kempe have reportedly agreed to a contract extension.

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / November 16

Report: Kings, Adrian Kempe agree to eight-year contract extension

The Los Angeles Kings are reportedly set to lock in a key piece of their core for the next eight seasons following this one. According to a report from SportsNet’s Elliotte Friedman, the Kings are closing in on an eight-year contract extension with forward Adrian Kempe.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 16

Kings to sign Adrian Kempe to a massive eight-year extension

The contract secures Kempe, who was arguably the top UFA remaining next season, in Southern California through the 2033-34 season.

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Los Angeles Kings News / NHL Trade Talk / November 13

Kempe Nearing Mega Extension? TSN Says Talks Heating Up

If you’re looking for the next major NHL contract to drop, circle Adrian Kempe’s name. According to Pierre LeBrun, the Kings and Kempe’s camp met in Toronto this week — a convenient stop given that agent JP Barry lives there and the Kings were in town to face the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 11

Kings rumors: LA, Adrian Kempe have resumed contract discussions

The recent influx of contract extensions in the NHL would’ve led everyone to believe that the Los Angeles Kings and Adrian Kempe would reach a deal in short order.

Los Angeles Kings News / Athlon Sports / November 11

LA Kings' Adrian Kempe Situation Gets Update After Stalemate

The Los Angeles Kings have one of the best players set to enter unrestricted free agency next July in forward Adrian Kempe. According to the latest reports, however, Kempe might not make it to the open market, as both sides have resumed contract negotiations after weeks without developments on that front.