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On YouTubeSt. Louis Blues News / MayorsManor.com / December 4
Lord Shares Final Thoughts on Akil Thomas Departing the Reign 
“It’s been difficult, and emotional for a lot of us,” said Andrew Lord. When a team’s first-year coach has that to say about one of his players being traded just two months into the season, it should tell you how much the guy meant to that organization.
Akil Thomas News / Hockey Royalty / December 2
The Akil Thomas Trade is Another Reminder of ‘What could have been?’ in a Once Highly Touted the Kings’ Prospect Pool
Five years ago, the LA Kings once had a prospect pool with an abundance of talent. Depending on who you followed or read, the Kings’ prospect pool was ranked either first or second.
The 'NHL Norris Trophy winners' quiz
Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?
Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?
NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 2
Blues acquire Akil Thomas from Kings in exchange for Nikita Alexandrov
The St. Louis Blues acquired forward Akil Thomas from the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for forward Nikita Alexandrov, the team announced Tuesday. The 25-year-old Thomas had four goals and nine assists for 13 points in 19 games with the Kings’ AHL affiliate, the Ontario Reign.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 2
Kings and Blues Make Trade, Swap Forwards in 1-for-1 Deal
The Los Angeles Kings and St. Louis Blues completed a trade on Tuesday morning. St. Louis Blues President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Doug Armstrong announced that the organization has acquired forward Akil Thomas from the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for forward Nikita Alexandrov.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / November 5
Ontario Reign: Three Takeaways From 2-1 OT Win Over San Jose
The Ontario Reign took the rubber match in their three-game series against the San Jose Barracuda with an overtime victory. First period: None Second
Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / October 13
Reign Recap: Thomas and Chromiak Score in Ontario’s First Victory of the Season
As ordered, Andrew Lord’s revamped Reign team got their revenge on Sunday afternoon. Dropping their season opener to Tucson on Friday is already a distant memory after Ontario defeated their Pacific Division rival 4-2 in an afternoon rematch at Toyota Arena.
Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / October 11
Reign Recap: Ontario Falls in OT on Opening Night, Lee and Thomas Shine
Opening night in the Inland Empire didn’t end as planned for Andrew Lord’s Ontario Reign, who dropped a 5-4 overtime heartbreaker to the Tucson Roadrunners.
Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / October 1
Kings Opening Night Roster Coming Into Sharp Clarity; Thomas and Lee Placed on Waivers
In many ways, Wednesday’s roster moves felt rather academic. For those following along closely over the past few weeks, what the Kings did felt very predictable.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 7, 2024
Injury Updates: Faulk, Thomas, Red Wings, Vaakanainen
The Blues will welcome back a key blueliner tonight against Edmonton. Team reporter Chris Pinkert reports that Justin Faulk will return to the lineup
Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / November 1, 2024
Practice 11/1 – Alignment & Schedule + Hiller on Turcotte, Defensemen & Akil Thomas has his “pop” back
It’s been a strange start to the season for the Kings. It feels like we’re continually waiting until Friday every week to just have a normal practice day.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / August 7, 2024
LA Kings Training Camp Preview: Akil Thomas
With training camp just around the corner, we are previewing each player on the LA Kings roster. Up next: Akil Thomas! Birthdate: January 2, 2000 Birthplace:
Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / June 6, 2024
Kings sign Akil Thomas to two-year contract extension
The Los Angeles Kings announced Thursday that they have signed forward Akil Thomas to a two-year contract extension. The contract will go through the 2025-26 season and carry an average annual value of $775,000. Thomas split the 2023-24 season between the Kings and Ontario Reign of the American Hockey League.
Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 5, 2024
Kings to sign former second-round center to two-year extension
Los Angeles Kings center Akil Thomas still might have some legs as an NHL prospect.
Top-5: If the playoffs started today, the Islanders would be in it
The playoffs are approaching and the games are becoming increasingly important in the NHL. That said, there was no shortage of action last night, as nine games (including the Habs’) were played across the league.
NHL News / Field Level Media / April 5, 2024
Kings edge Sharks, move closer to first wild-card spot
Akil Thomas scored his first NHL goal to help the visiting Los Angeles Kings beat the San Jose Sharks 2-1 on Thursday night. Adrian Kempe also scored and
Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / April 5, 2024
Kings’ Akil Thomas Scores First-Career NHL Goal
In his second-career game, Los Angeles Kings rookie forward Akil Thomas scored his first-career goal. His goal came 11:13 into the first period with the Kings already leading the San Jose Sharks 1-0.
Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / April 1, 2024
Kings’ Akil Thomas Makes NHL Debut
When the Los Angeles Kings took the ice tonight against the Winnipeg Jets, they did it with a new face. Forward Akil Thomas made his NHL debut. Thomas was given the honor of taking a solo lap when the Kings came out for warmups.
Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 31, 2024
Kings place former No. 5 overall pick on LTIR
The injury is another difficult setback for the center, who was amid his first extended stint in the majors since being selected fifth overall by the Kings in the 2019 draft.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / March 26, 2024
Ontario Reign: Akil Thomas Wins AHL Player of the Week
After scoring six points in three games, Akil Thomas became the second Ontario Reign player this season to win the AHL’s Player of the Week award. In three games, Thomas recorded two points in each game for a total of six points (4G – 2A).
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