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After retiring from the NHL at the conclusion of the 2021-22 season, the only question surrounding the retirement of Ryan Getzlaf's number 15 by the Anaheim Ducks was not a matter of "if", but "when".

Los Angeles Kings News / Rink Royalty / August 31

LA Kings 2026-27 Season Player Previews: Corey Perry

For the second time in as many offseasons, the Los Angeles Kings and general manager Ken Holland have signed veteran winger Corey Perry to a one-year contract in unrestricted free agency.

Los Angeles Kings News / Rink Royalty / August 30

The Hockey News reveals expectations for LA Kings' 41-year-old veteran

At the age of 41, Los Angeles Kings veteran winger Corey Perry has continued to find ways to remain productive in a bottom-six role at the NHL level. Perry is entering his 22nd NHL season this fall, and he is the second-oldest active player in the league, trailing only behind Colorado Avalanche 41-year-old defenseman Brent Burns.

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Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / August 17

VIDEO: Every Goal Scored Last Season by a Member of the 2026-27 Kings

Early last month, the Kings went through a rather significant makeover at forward. Gone are names like Kuzmenko, Malott, and Kopitar; while a slew of additions came in the form of a returning Corey Perry, along with several free agent signings.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / August 15

VIDEO: Every LA Kings Goal Scored During 2025-26 Season

Edmonton Oilers News / The Oil Rig / August 13

Edmonton Oilers alternate history: Mike Comrie for Corey Perry

Last summer, I ran through a couple of alternate history scenarios involving our Edmonton Oilers. They were pretty funny exercises, so I wanted to return to this topic.

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / August 13

What Can the LA Kings Expect From Corey Perry This Season?

With the season opener just over seven weeks away, Corey Perry is entering his 22nd season in the NHL and his second with the Los Angeles Kings after splitting the 2025–26 season between the West Coast and the Tampa Bay Lightning.

NHL News / The Oil Rig / August 11

How one Edmonton Oilers 2025 playoff game may have single-handedly saved the current era

Often times, when you look at a franchise’s golden years, there’s a series of occurrences that result in its ending. Both the Edmonton Oilers, and General Manager Stan Bowman, have seen this happen to them.

Los Angeles Kings News / Rink Royalty / July 30

Corey Perry reveals what's driving him entering his 22nd NHL season

Veteran winger Corey Perry didn't just return to the Los Angeles Kings for the upcoming 2026-27 season because another NHL team wanted to give him a contract.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 1

Kings Sign Corey Perry to 1-Year Deal

The Los Angeles Kings have signed veteran forward Corey Perry to a one-year contract worth $1 million, according to Elliotte Friedman. Perry started last season with the Kings before being traded to the Tampa Bay Lightning.

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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.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Corey Perry returns to Kings on one-year deal

Corey Perry is returning to Hollywood. The Los Angeles Kings signed the veteran forward to a one-year contract worth $1 million, according to multiple reports.

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NHL News / Professor Press Box / June 30

Why Do the Oilers Keep Circling Back on Corey Perry?

Every summer in the NHL, there are a few names that seem to follow certain teams around like they’re part of the furniture. Corey Perry is starting to feel like one of those names for the Edmonton Oilers.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 29

Oilers Should Consider Bringing Corey Perry Back in Free Agency

The Edmonton Oilers may have an opportunity to reunite with a familiar face this summer. Following the 2026 NHL Draft, Tampa Bay Lightning general manager Julien BriseBois confirmed that veteran forwards Corey Perry and Oliver Bjorkstrand are expected to hit unrestricted free agency when the market opens.

NHL News / Oilersnation / May 30

Should the Oilers re-sign Corey Perry in free agency?

With a longer off-season than we’ve been used to over the last couple of years for the Edmonton Oilers, it gives us more time to explore lineup fits for the 2026–27 campaign, and a familiar, grizzled vet might be available once free agency opens.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 27

Corey Perry Intends To Continue Playing Career

Recently turned 41-year-old Corey Perry is looking to extend his career into a 22nd season, confirmed by Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic earlier today. Playing in unusual colors back in 2019 as a Dallas Star at age 34, it already looked like Perry hardly had much left in the tank, with just five goals in 57 regular season games.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / March 30

‘That’s why I’m still playing’: Corey Perry on the chase for one more Stanley Cup championship

TORONTO — Eighteen years, nine months and 14 days. That’s how long it was between the moment Corey Perry first lifted the Stanley Cup over his head and when he answered the phone from a hotel room in Edmonton last week to speak with Daily Faceoff. Perry, who turns 41 in May, is in the midst of his 21st NHL season.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / March 6

Tampa Bay Hits Jackpot With Corey Perry at 40

Corey Perry is 40 years old and still bouncing from contender to contender like it’s just another Tuesday pasta night at Boston Pizza. Today, he was moved back to the Tampa Bay Lightning, which was no surprise, really.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 6

Kings trade Corey Perry despite his desire to remain with team

Although he’s far removed from being a constant threat for the Hart Trophy, Perry has remained a productive forward into his 40s.

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Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / January 8

Kings' Corey Perry granted leave to deal with family illness

The Los Angeles Kings announced that forward Corey Perry has been designated non-roster playing status, as he is returning home to deal with an illness in his family.

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Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 21

Kings to activate four-time All-Star from injured reserve

The Los Angeles Kings will have the offseason pickup in the lineup for the first time this season.

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Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / September 13, 2025

Kings’ Corey Perry Out 6–8 Weeks Following Knee Surgery

On Sept. 12, Los Angeles Kings forward Corey Perry suffered a knee injury while practicing at Toyota Sports Performance Center. The next morning, the team announced his successful surgery, which will keep him sidelined for six to eight weeks.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 24, 2025

Former Stanley Cup champion 'excited' for California return after signing with Kings

Despite spending the first 14 years of his career with a California-based team, it’s been six years since he’s played for one.

‘It was tough leaving Edmonton’: Corey Perry talks about signing with rival Kings

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NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 2, 2025

Corey Perry leaves Oilers for playoff rival

Perry, 40, is coming off a strong season with the Oilers, where he scored 19 goals and added 10 more in the playoffs.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 30, 2025

‘The ball is in his court’: Insider predicts Corey Perry will test free agency

After scoring 29 goals in 103 games between the regular season and playoffs in 2024-25, Corey Perry isn’t going to have a difficult time finding a contract this summer.

Edmonton Oilers News / Daily Faceoff / June 18, 2025

Oilers winger loses Stanley Cup for fifth time in six years

The veteran continues to make the wrong kind of history.

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Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / June 13, 2025

Inside Corey Perry’s first intermission speech that helped push Oilers to Game 4 win

Sometimes, when a team needs a jump, they look to guidance from either a coach or a captain to help them turn things around. Sometimes, they just need a verbal kick in the pants.