We’re going a different direction this time around.
Frequent readers to MayorsManor are well aware of our Word Association features and have enjoyed them as part of our game day previews this season. Usually though, we’re talking to the Kings’ players about their opponents. Today, we went inside the Dallas Stars locker room to collect some thoughts about their LA [...]
Word Association: Morrow and the Stars take on seven Kings
March 7, 2013 By
What will Sutter say? Post-game thoughts after Kings def Blues 6-4
March 5, 2013 By
Comments from coach Darryl Sutter’s post-game presser, following Kings 6-4 win over the Blues…
- On the last time he was part of a comeback like that: “Oh, I bet I did it in midget or something like that.”
- On where the team found the energy for the third period coming off a game last night: [...]
Jonathan Bernier – ‘Quicky is our number one, I’m not’
February 28, 2013 By
Jonathan Quick did almost enough to beat the Red Wings in Detroit two weeks ago. He stopped 28 of 31 shots and didn’t allow a goal for nearly the last 45 minutes of regulation. But, moments after the Kings won a face off in the final seconds of the third period, the puck slipped between [...]
Jonathan Quick says redemption wasn’t on his mind vs Ducks
February 25, 2013 By
Thoughts from Jonathan Quick after the Kings 5-2 win over the Ducks…
- On the difference between tonight and the last game vs. Anaheim: “I thought we played better tonight obviously. They’re a great team. What’s challenging about them is they have the big skill guys. They’re heavy, they’re very heavy guys. They make it tough [...]
Fill In the Blank: Game 16 – Kings down the Avalanche
February 25, 2013 By
It’s time for more input from the readers.
Prior to Saturday afternoon’s match-up between the Kings and Avalanche, LA coach Darryl Sutter said he thought his team plays just fine while the sun is still out – despite a history over the last few years that suggested otherwise. Well, once again, he was right. Not only [...]
Fill In The Blank: Game 15 – feedback after Kings 3-1 win vs Flames
February 21, 2013 By
It’s time for more input from the readers.
Wednesday night saw the Kings pick up their second 3-1 win in a row - on back-to-back nights in Alberta no less – probably leaving Darryl Sutter to rethink his whole ‘It’s a 3-2 league’ mantra. Or not.
Jeff Carter continued to show why he’s been the Kings’ best forward [...]
Ron Hextall opens up about the play of Doughty, Penner and Quick
February 20, 2013 By
Earlier today Kings’ Vice President and Assistant GM Ron Hextall was on Hockey Night in Canada radio, a show hosted by Elliotte Friedman and former goaltender Kelly Hrudey. They touched upon a myriad of topics in their 15-minute conversation, including Drew Doughty, Keaton Ellerby, Dustin Penner, Jonathan Quick and more. For those who missed the show, [...]
MayorsManor Live Radio – Kings at Flames preview with Kelly Hrudey
February 20, 2013 By
At first glance, you might wonder why a guy who played for the New York Islanders, LA Kings and San Jose Sharks was asked to help preview a game vs. the Calgary Flames. But after listening, you’ll understand.
Kelly Hrudey, who now works for Hockey Night in Canada on both TV and radio, has an exceptional knowledge of [...]
Fill In The Blank: Game 14 – feedback after Kings 3-1 win vs Oilers
February 20, 2013 By
It’s time for more input from the readers.
Tuesday night saw the Kings leave Edmonton with a much-needed two points. It was a tight game most of the way though, until Jeff Carter scored the game winning goal with less than a minute remaining in the third period. And a few seconds later, Jarret Stoll added an empty [...]
Comments from Kings locker room after 5-2 loss to the Stars
On Thursday night the Kings lost to the visiting Dallas Stars by a final score of 5-2. It was also the first regulation loss for the Kings at home since Opening Day January 19 vs. Chicago, leaving their home record at 7-2-1 now at Staples Center.
Here are various comments from the Kings locker room following [...]