Drew Doughty post-game comments…
- On the communication between him and Muzzin: “It’s getting there. In the defensive end we still have some of our differences, but offensively we’re doing well together. So we just have to keep working on that defensive game, and we’ll be a good pair together.”
- On when he communicates most with [...]
Drew Doughty talks Jake Muzzin and Rob Scuderi
March 11, 2013 By
Fill In The Blank: Feedback from back-to-back wins by Kings
March 6, 2013 By
It’s time for more input from the readers.
For the first time since December 2008, the Kings played back-to-back home games on Monday and Tuesday.
The first contest featured a boring 40 minutes, where the Kings were limited to just six shots on goal, but began the third period with a 1-0 lead. Then came an offensive explosion [...]
Word Association: Kings players on a six-pack of Blues
March 5, 2013 By
We turned Dustin Penner and Drew Doughty loose again yesterday, capturing some thoughts about the Nashville Predators. Now, as part of our coverage in advance of tonight’s game, they’re back - along with Jim Fox and Jake Muzzin – to play some Word Association using the names of six St. Louis Blues players.
As usual, this was all done one-on-one, so [...]
Word Association: Kings players share thoughts on Predators
March 4, 2013 By
Over the weekend we posted multiple Word Association articles regarding the Vancouver Canucks. First was the usual pre-game article with several Kings players (including Dustin Brown, Alec Martinez and Justin Williams). We may have even found out more than we bargained for during that round – especially about Roberto Luonogo.
Then, later in the afternoon, coach [...]
Word Association: Kings players take on the hated Canucks
March 2, 2013 By
Drew Doughty was the first Kings player to openly talk about his hatred of the Canucks a few years ago. Since then, several others have gone on the record with their disdain for the gang from Vancouver. However, the other thing most commonly noted is that they’re a good team, usually followed by comments about [...]
Word Association: Five Kings take on four Avalanche players
February 23, 2013 By
It’s another day game for the LA Kings, something coach Darryl Sutter said he doesn’t think they struggle with. So, we’ll see if they can continue the positive momentum they’ve shown over the last five games. It will be a challenge because, as Anze Kopitar said yesterday, the Kings will be facing a speedy Avalanche [...]
What will Sutter say? Comments from practice – Friday, Feb 22
February 22, 2013 By
After taking yesterday off, the Kings returned to the ice at their practice facility in El Segundo earlier this morning. Following a 45-minute on-ice session and then a meeting with the team, coach Darryl Sutter shared the following with the gathered media…
- On if he’s encouraged by the defense in the last two games: “It’s [...]
Kings’ rookie Andrew Campbell dreaming of playing, not tweeting
February 19, 2013 By
So close, yet so far away.
That would probably sum up how rookie defenseman Andrew Campbell is feeling about his dreams of playing in the NHL.
Now on his second call-up with the Kings this season, he has still yet to see game action.
“This is where you want to be,” Campbell told MayorsManor. “You dream of playing [...]
Friday morning notes – Kings’ starting goalie, gameday notes, etc.
February 15, 2013 By
The Kings held an optional morning skate today in advance of their match-up with the Blue Jackets tonight at Staples Center. Here here are some brief pre-game notes…
- Earlier in the week, coach Darryl Sutter said he hadn’t thought about which goaltender would start vs. Columbus - while complementing Jonathan Bernier and noting he needed more from Jonathan Quick. Now, it looks like the verdict [...]
How do you shake off a loss? Kings players share their tips
The Kings certainly haven’t become very accustomed to losing of late, especially at home. However, Thursday night brought a 5-2 defeat at the hands of the Dallas Stars.
Knowing that players and coaches often talk about turning the page quickly – even more so during a compacted 48-game season – we wanted to find out exactly [...]