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Kings’ Artemi Panarin to miss game for family reasons

The Los Angeles Kings will have to try to snap a three-game losing streak without their leading scorer. Kings winger Artemi Panarin will miss Saturday’s game against the Calgary Flames due to family reasons.

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Los Angeles Kings Prospect Otto Salin Gets Season-Long Finland Reset

Two seasons ago, 2022 Los Angeles Kings draft pick Otto Salin was making great strides in Turku, Finland, with HC TPS. His usage was solid, and his 28 points ranked 15th among defensemen in Liiga (Finland’s top pro league).

Kenny Connors News / The Hockey Writers / November 14

Kenny Connors’ Early Impact on the LA Kings

The Los Angeles Kings are continuing to develop young talent within their organization, and Kenny Connors is emerging as an important piece of that process.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 14

Kings desperate to salvage homestand against Flames

A seven-game homestand was supposed to be the opportunity for the Los Angeles Kings to find their stride after a dreadful opening 11 games. Instead, as they prepare to host the Calgary Flames on Saturday, the Kings desperately need a win to at least get some positive momentum before hitting the road again.

Nikita Kucherov News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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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Kevin Fiala News / LA Kings Insider / November 13

For all that we saw – and all that we didn’t – Kevin Fiala’s battle to return is something to be celebrated for the LA Kings

Everyone knows how nice it felt to see Kevin Fiala back with the LA Kings last night. The common theme, though, when people have spoken about Fiala, has been how frequently those around him and the team have highlighted what people don’t know.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Hampton Slukynsky News / Hockey Royalty / November 13

PROSPECT UPDATE: Hampton Slukynsky Finding a Rhythm in Greenville

I spend all my time watching the LA Kings, covering the Ontario Reign, and tracking the Kings’ prospects. I usually don’t have much time to keep tabs on the Greenville Swamp Rabbits (Kings’ ECHL affiliate).

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 12

Kings Activate Kevin Fiala; Reassign Kenny Connors

Winger Kevin Fiala will play his first regular-season game in just over nine months. The Los Angeles Kings announced that Fiala has been activated from the injured reserve and will play tonight.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 12

Kings’ Kevin Fiala to make season debut vs. Islanders

Good news in Tinseltown, as a top offensive weapon is set to return to the ice. The Los Angeles Kings announced that forward Kevin Fiala is set to make his 2026-27 season debut on Thursday night, as the Kings host the New York Islanders.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / November 12

Ontario Reign: Pluses and Minuses From Week 6

Week six for the Ontario Reign started off rough, but ended on a high note. The Reign played in three games. They lost the first game at home to San Jose, but split the weekend in Abbotsford. Even though Ontario had its second straight losing week, there were plenty of takeaways.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 11

Kings want to make home sweeter as they take on slumping Islanders

Five games into a seven-game homestand, the Los Angeles Kings have not fully taken advantage of their comfortable surroundings. The Kings will try to turn things around at Crypto.com Arena when they host the New York Islanders on Thursday night.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 11

The Kings Botched Their Once Promising Rebuild

The Los Angeles Kings spent the last 2010s and early 2020s pivoting from the most successful era in franchise history to what was supposed to be their next great era of hockey, and for a while, it looked like success was just a matter of time.

Jan Jenik News / Viral Sports News / November 11

Los Angeles Kings Place Long-Time NHL Veteran On Waivers

The Los Angeles Kings placed forward Jan Jeník on waivers Tuesday, according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, opening the possibility that the 26-year-old could clear and return to the American Hockey League or be claimed by another NHL club.

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Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 10

Kings Activate Mats Zuccarello; Place Jan Jenik On Waivers

Earlier today, ESPN’s Emily Kaplan reported that the Los Angeles Kings would welcome back veteran winger Mats Zuccarello tonight against the Nashville Predators.

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / November 10

Kings’ Mats Zuccarello rejoins lineup; Kevin Fiala close to return

The Los Angeles Kings provided an update on several players and the injuries they’re dealing with ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Nashville Predators.

Los Angeles Kings News / Rink Royalty / November 10

Kings' offensive inconsistency is making the difference between winning and losing

The Kings got their first home win of the season on Oct. 29, after losing their first three home games in regulation. Inconsistent offense and struggles on special teams have been a big part of that slow start.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / November 10

3 Big Questions the LA Kings Face This Season

There are three important questions the Los Angeles Kings face this season, as they have faced different kinds of challenges. After five consecutive playoff appearances without moving past the first round, the organization has taken a step forward under a new head coach and an era without Anze Kopitar.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 9

Kings' weak penalty kill to be tested by Predators

The Los Angeles Kings have the worst penalty kill in the NHL so far this season, and that shortcoming could pose a problem when they host the Nashville Predators on Tuesday night.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / November 9

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 11/2

Another week has passed, which means it’s time for our LA Kings weekly prospect update. Highlighting this week’s update was goaltender Carter George. George, 20, is off to a strong start in his rookie AHL campaign with the Ontario Reign.

Drew Doughty News / NHL Trade Talk / November 7

Kings GM Talks Trade Plans For Drew Doughty, Has Anything Changed?

The Los Angeles Kings have no intention of trading defenseman Drew Doughty. That doesn’t necessarily mean he’ll remain a member of the Kings for the remainder of his career, but if Doughty isn’t back, it won’t be because GM Ken Holland moved him.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Lead / November 6

The LA Kings Need To Start Winning the Games That Matter

The Los Angeles Kings need to find ways to beat their Pacific Division opponents if they hope to stay competitive in the Western Conference. In their first 14 games of the 2026–27 season, the Kings are 5-7-2, including 1-1-2 against division opponents.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 5

Kings’ Adrian Kempe passes Dustin Brown on franchise list with hat trick vs. Sharks

It took the Los Angeles Kings seven tries to win their first game of the 2026-27 NHL season, but they’ve rebounded since the campaign-opening slump, triumphing in five of their last eight.

Elias Pettersson News / NHL Rumors / November 5

Could the Los Angeles Kings revisit Elias Pettersson talks?

Daily Faceoff: The Los Angeles Kings are looking for offense to add to their top-six. Could the Kings check back in with the Vancouver Canucks about Elias Pettersson?