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Decision time is nearly here. NHL teams are inching closer and closer to the end of preseason, and the deadline to produce a 23-man roster. How are the Kings looking, and how will they likely get there?

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / September 23

Portillo: Where Does he Fit in to the LA Kings Plans This Season?

Quietly below the surface of all the talk surrounding bubble players and who might make the LA Kings opening night roster coming out of camp, there’s one story that seemingly nobody wants to address — where will Erik Portillo play this season?

Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / August 29

Erik Portillo Deserves a Chance as the LA Kings’ Backup Goalie

There’s more to being a successful goaltender than size alone. Not everyone fits the traditional mold, and Erik Portillo is a prime example of why. He is the current and primary netminder for the Ontario Reign, the American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate of the Los Angeles Kings.

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Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / August 21

LA Kings Training Camp Preview: Erik Portillo

With training camp just around the corner, we are previewing each player on the LA Kings roster. Up next: Erik Portillo! Birthdate: September 3, 2000 Birthplace:

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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 / Hockey Royalty / June 12

Ontario Reign Player Review: Erik Portillo

With the Ontario Reign season over, we will begin our player reviews for the 2025-26 season. Up next: Erik Portillo! *Note: These player reviews will be

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / May 6

3 Takeaways from Ontario Reign Victory in Game 3 of the Calder Cup Playoffs

If it sounds familiar, it should. The Ontario Reign rallied once again in the third period to come from behind and win. Facing a 1-0 deficit on the scoreboard, and under pressure for nearly 40 minutes to open Game 3, coach Andrew Lord’s squad responded with two goals in 80 seconds and then locked things down defensively.

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / March 30

Kings Expected to Sign Key Prospect Soon, Likely Heading to AHL Ontario

There’s no denying the Kings goaltending pipeline is as deep as it’s been in over a decade — maybe ever. Erik Portillo has rebounded nicely from an injured plagued season last year and is once again knocking at the door of NHL action.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / March 28

2026 NCAA Men’s Hockey Tournament: Kings’ Slukynsky, Red Wings’ Plante highlight standouts from Day 2

The second day of the 2026 NCAA Men’s Hockey Tournament saw more exciting action, with a couple of teams further expressing why they are favorites to advance to the Frozen Four.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 2

Los Angeles Kings Recall Erik Portillo

The Los Angeles Kings have recalled goaltender Erik Portillo from their AHL affiliate, the Ontario Reign. The move comes as the incumbent No. 1 netminder Darcy Kuemper is set to miss at least tonight’s game against the Colorado Avalanche with an illness, per team reporter Zach Dooley.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 19

Kings Recall Kirill Kirsanov, Erik Portillo

The Kings announced they’ve recalled defenseman Kirill Kirsanov and goaltender Erik Portillo from AHL Ontario. Netminder Pheonix Copley was returned to Ontario after being recalled yesterday in the corresponding move.

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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 / Hockey Royalty / January 6

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 12/29

Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings‘ weekly prospect update. This weekly prospect update was highlighted by goaltenders Erik Portillo and Hampton Slukynsky.

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / January 5

Reign Recap: Portillo Earns First Shutout in Nearly Two Years for Ontario

It was a rough 2025 for Kings prospect Erik Portillo, who had multiple injuries causing him to miss several months over two different seasons. At least for one day, that was all old news.

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Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / January 5

Ontario Reign: Three Takeaways From 3-0 Win Over Iowa

The Ontario Reign finished the week off strong with a 3-0 shutout win over the Iowa Wild in Erik Portillo’s return. First period: ONT: Martin Chromiak

Dallas Stars News / Hockey Royalty / October 16

Ontario Reign: Three Stars of the Week 10/6 – 10/12

The Ontario Reign‘s season has commenced, and with an overtime loss and a win, they have a record of 1-0-1-0. The Reign scored four goals in both contests and had 11 skaters and one goalie record at least one point.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 15

Kings recall Erik Portillo on emergency basis

The Kings announced they’ve recalled goalie Erik Portillo from AHL Ontario under emergency conditions. As he’s an emergency call-up, the Kings don’t have to open a roster spot for him – although they wouldn’t have had to anyway with an existing opening.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / September 20, 2025

LA Kings Training Camp Preview: Erik Portillo

With training camp just around the corner, we are previewing each player on the LA Kings roster. Up next: Erik Portillo! Birthdate: September 3, 2000 Birthplace:

Kings’ Ransom: Proposed Offer Shows McDavid’s Trade Value

Whenever Connor McDavid’s name pops up in trade talk, it sparks debate — even when everyone knows the chances of a deal are nearly zero. The latest hypothetical involving the Los Angeles Kings isn’t a sign of anything imminent, but it does raise an interesting question: what would it actually take to acquire the best player in hockey?

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / May 16, 2025

Ontario Reign: Erik Portillo’s Season Review

With the Ontario Reign season over, we will head into our season reviews for the prospects. Up first: Erik Portillo! Games: 24 Record: 15-5-3 GAA: 2.82 SV%: .889 Shutouts: zero After exceeding expectations in his rookie year, Erik Portillo entered the 2024-25 season with high hopes.

Los Angeles Kings News / Inside The Rink / November 30, 2024

Erik Portillo Makes NHL Debut For LA Kings

ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Los Angeles Kings’ American Hockey League (AHL) goaltending prospect, Erik Portillo, made his National Hockey League debut yesterday (Nov.

Los Angeles Kings News / Field Level Media / November 29, 2024

Erik Portillo wins NHL debut as Kings edge Ducks

Erik Portillo made 28 saves to pick up the win in his NHL debut as the Los Angeles Kings rallied to edge the host Anaheim Ducks 2-1 on Friday afternoon.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 23, 2024

Kings make backup-goaltender switch

The Kings are swapping out backup goaltenders in advance of their afternoon game against Seattle on Saturday.

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Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / August 28, 2024

Re-signing of Erik Portillo Is Huge for Kings’ Future

Goaltending plays a huge part in determining the success of an NHL team, and with the Los Angeles Kings announcing the re-signing of goaltender prospect Erik Portillo, the big question of where the Kings’ goaltending situation stands could be a step closer to being answered.

Los Angeles Kings News / Inside The Rink / August 26, 2024