LA Kings Training Camp Preview: Glenn Gawdin

Gawdin came as advertised. He set career-highs in games played (72), goals (26), assists (36), points (62), and a plus-minus rating of +23. He was solid in the faceoff circle from the eye test, and his playmaking ability and scoring were on full display. His 17 5v5 goals and 26 primary assists were team highs and also automatic in shootouts, going 5-for-5 in that department.

In addition to his strong season, Gawdin also reached two AHL milestones by scoring his 100th goal and reaching 400 career AHL games. He also earned Player of the Month for November, recording 21 points (9 G, 12 A) in 12 games. It’s safe to say he filled in that 1C role nicely for Ontario.

2025-26 outlook

Gawdin is entering the final year of his two-year contract and is certainly destined for Ontario. He’ll have to clear waivers to be assigned to the Reign, and if he goes unclaimed, I expect him to be the 1C again for Ontario. With Gawdin being one of the veterans on the team and with the Kings assigning at least 10 players to the Reign, who are either turning pro or entering their second AHL season, he’ll serve as a mentor and possibly a candidate to wear an A on the sweater.