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The Los Angeles Kings have made the playoffs in each of the past four seasons, and they’re currently in a dog fight to extend that streak to five seasons.

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Checking in with Vojtech Cihar after an MVP-worthy performance at the 2026 World Junior Championships

If there was a standout play from this season’s World Junior Championships from an LA Kings perspective, it came in the semifinals, in a matchup between Canada and Czechia.

NHL News / MayorsManor.com / January 28

WEDNESDAY: Reign Projected Lineup vs. Canucks, Shuffling Some Kings Prospects Around

Just last season, a matchup between the Ontario Reign and Abbotsford Canucks would have been a marquee Pacific Division showdown. Now, it’s the kind of contest some would label a ‘trap game.’ Seven months removed from lifting the Calder Cup, Abbotsford sits at the bottom of the division with 36 points; a dramatic fall from the highest of highs.

NHL News / LA Kings Insider / January 27

FINAL – Kings 3, Red Wings 1 – Helenius, Foegele, Hiller

The LA Kings skated to their third consecutive victory, as they defeated the Detroit Red Wings by a 3-1 final on Tuesday evening at Little Caesars Arena.

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How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

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Samuel Helenius News / LA Kings Insider / January 27

Samuel Helenius – 1.27

Hear from forward Samuel Helenius following tonight’s 3-1 victory over the Detroit Red Wings.

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The 25 best NHL agitators of all-time

There's more to hockey than scoring goals and stopping pucks. For some players, putting up points came second to their main task: angering their opponents.

Anton Forsberg News / Field Level Media / January 27

Anton Forsberg stops 27 shots as Kings end Red Wings' point streak

Anton Forsberg made 27 saves, including 17 in the third period, as the visiting Los Angeles Kings defeated the Detroit Red Wings 3-1 on Tuesday for their third straight win.

Taylor Ward News / Daily Faceoff / January 26

Kings sign Taylor Ward to two-year contract extension

The Los Angeles Kings have signed forward Taylor Ward to a two-year contract extension, the club announced Monday afternoon. Ward, 27, has two goals and four points in nine games with the Kings this season.

Kenny Connors News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 26

Kings Recall Kenny Connors

The Kings announced this afternoon that they’ve recalled center Kenny Connors from AHL Ontario. With Anže Kopitar still on injured reserve, there’s no need for a corresponding move.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / January 26

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 1/19

Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings‘ weekly prospect update. Goaltender Carter George highlighted this week’s prospect update with another outstanding week in the OHL.

Drew Doughty News / NHL Trade Talk / January 26

Why Recency Bias Shouldn’t Derail Drew Doughty’s Olympics Case

Some armchair general managers were already downplaying Drew Doughty‘s place on Team Canada when they announced the Olympic roster. It mostly came from New York Islanders and Edmonton Oilers fans, who couldn’t understand why they kept Matthew Schaefer and Evan Bouchard at home.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / January 26

Fantasy Hockey 2025-26: Weekly Strength of Schedule and Streaming Targets — Week 17

Finding an edge in fantasy hockey often comes down to maximizing your man games — and targeting players with favourable matchups. Our Fantasy Hockey Strength of Schedule tool helps you do precisely that.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 24

Trevor Moore returns, delivers in shootout as Blues top Kings

Trevor Moore returned to action with a goal plus the shootout winner as the visiting Los Angeles Kings edged the St. Louis Blues 5-4 Saturday night. Moore missed the previous 11 games with an upper-body injury.

Trevor Moore News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 24

Kings Activate Trevor Moore From Injured Reserve

The Kings announced they’ve activated forward Trevor Moore from injured reserve. They had two open roster spots, so no corresponding move is required. Moore returns to the lineup Saturday against the Blues after missing nearly a month.

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NHL News / Professor Press Box / January 24

By the Numbers: Why #73 the Ultimate 'What If' in NHL Entry Draft History

In the world of hockey statistics, specific figures serve as shorthand for greatness. We immediately recognize "99" as “The Great One” or "1967" as the end of the “Original Six”.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 24

Kings getting healthier ahead of opener of road trip vs. Blues

The Los Angeles Kings moved closer to full strength as they begin a packed six-game road trip over nine days. Defenseman Drew Doughty and goaltender Darcy Kuemper should be available when the Kings start their sojourn by visiting the St.

Darcy Kuemper News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 23

Kings’ Darcy Kuemper cleared for return after injury scare vs. Rangers

Darcy Kuemper suffered a neck injury in a 4-3 Los Angeles Kings victory over the New York Rangers on Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena, leaving the game after making six saves on eight shots.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / January 23

Ontario Reign: Mid-season Grades for the Prospects

The Ontario Reign’s season is slightly past the midway point, with the team possessing a 25-12-1-1 record and in second place in the Pacific Division. Ontario has played better than I anticipated, considering the number of first and second-year players on the roster.