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Anze Kopitar has long been a star for the Los Angeles Kings, but according to John Hoven, this may be his final season in the National Hockey League. The

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL Trade Talk / July 18

Report: Kings Captain Has Made His Decision on Retirement

Nothing has been announced by the team or the player, but a source is suggesting that Anze Kopitar’s legendary NHL career is coming to an end. Telling fans to “Enjoy his final season in the NHL,” @mayorNHL is reporting that the longtime Los Angeles Kings captain is not expected to sign any contract extension beyond the 2025-26 season.

NHL News / TheLeafsnation / June 28

Tinus Luc Koblar says Leafs are his favourite team, looks up to Anze Kopitar

Toronto Maple Leafs second-round pick Tinus Luc Koblar met with reporters over Zoom on Saturday, where he stated that he was selected by his favourite team.

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Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / June 17

VIDEO: Kopitar Surprised by Third Lady Byng Award Win

Kings captain Anze Kopitar has been named as the winner of the 2024-25 Lady Byng Memorial Trophy, given annually to “the player adjudged to have exhibited

Los Angeles Kings News / Field Level Media / June 12

Kings' Anze Kopitar wins third Lady Byng Trophy

Los Angeles Kings forward Anze Kopitar is the winner of the Lady Byng Trophy, given annually to the NHL player who displays the most gentlemanly conduct.

Los Angeles Kings News / Last Word On Sports / June 12

Anze Kopitar Adds Another Award to His Trophy Case

Anze Kopitar may need a bigger trophy case. The 37-year old has won his third Lady Byng Trophy for gentlemanly conduct on the ice. Kopitar only took two minor penalties this season.

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / June 12

Kings’ Anze Kopitar wins 2025 Lady Byng Trophy

The NHL announced on Thursday that Los Angeles Kings center Anze Kopitar has been named the recipient of the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy for the 2024-2025 season.

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / June 12

Player Evaluations: Kuzmenko/Kopitar/Kempe

Jim Fox joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss the 2024-25 seasons of three forwards. The pair talk about game three and the start of the Stanley Cup Final then take a look back at the play of Anze Kopitar, Adrian Kempe and Andrei Kuzmenko.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 2

Lady Byng Trophy finalists revealed

Now that award season is approaching, the NHL has announced the three finalists for the Lady Byng Trophy.

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Los Angeles Kings News / Field Level Media / May 2

Kings' Anze Kopitar tabbed as finalist for Lady Byng Trophy

Los Angeles Kings captain Anze Kopitar will vie for his third Lady Byng Trophy after being named a finalist for the award on Friday. Kopitar, who won the award in 2016 and 2023, was joined by Vegas Golden Knights forward Jack Eichel and Tampa Bay Lightning forward Brayden Point as finalists.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 2

Kings’ Anze Kopitar gets brutally honest on 4th straight playoff loss to Oilers

There might be some bad juju around the Los Angeles Kings and the Edmonton Oilers. After the Kings were eliminated by the Oilers on Thursday, Anze Kopitar feels that it’s a reflection on the season.

NHL News / Field Level Media / May 2

Oilers knock Kings out of playoffs for fourth straight year

Connor Brown scored once in a three-point game and the Edmonton Oilers advanced to the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs, again at the expense of the Los Angeles Kings, thanks to a 6-4 home-ice victory in Game 6 on Thursday.

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Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 27

Anze Kopitar reveals best Kings player ‘for quite a while now’

The Los Angeles Kings have emerged into one of the National Hockey League’s best teams since play resumed after the 4 Nations Face-Off — and 22-year-old Quinton Byfield has been a huge reason why.

Los Angeles Kings News / Field Level Media / January 1

Anze Kopitar, Kings on rise entering matchup with Devils

Los Angeles Kings coach Jim Hiller has learned there is no need to panic when the ice seems to be tilted the wrong way. The Kings have shown they can turn things around in a hurry, something to keep in mind when they host the New Jersey Devils on Wednesday.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 29

Kings’ Anze Kopitar Sparks 5-4 Comeback Win vs. Flyers

The Los Angeles Kings (21-10-5) achieved a two-goal comeback at home versus the Philadelphia Flyers (16-17-4), winning 5-4. It’s their 12th victory at Crypto.com Arena in just 15 contests, tying them with the Vegas Golden Knights for the NHL’s best home-ice points percentage (.833).

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / December 19

Kings’ Anze Kopitar Shows No Signs of Aging in 7-3 Win vs. Flyers

The Los Angeles Kings (19-9-4) continued their excellent run this season with a 7-3 win over the Philadelphia Flyers (14-15-4) on Dec. 19. Captain Anze Kopitar scored two goals in the high-scoring victory.

Los Angeles Kings News / Breakaway on SI / December 14

Kings Captain Defying Age During Stellar Season

Even though the NHL has become a much younger league, the long-time veterans are still finding ways to produce at the highest level, including Los Angeles Kings captain Anze Kopitar.

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / October 15

Kings’ Anze Kopitar continues to be an ageless wonder

Now entering his 19th NHL season, Los Angeles Kings’ captain Anze Kopitar has shown that he can do it all. A model of consistency, Kopitar has produced at least 70 points in seven of his previous 18 seasons, and at least 60 points in all but three of his previous 18 years.