From their humble beginning as one of the NHL’s Second Six expansion teams in 1967, through winning two Stanley Cups in three years and becoming a league powerhouse in 2012-14, the LA Kings have experienced a rich hockey history over the past 50-plus years. Below are some key franchise moments that occurred on this date.
On August 22, 1972, the @LAKings acquired defenseman Terry Harper from Montreal for two first rounders, a second rounder, and a third round pick. In 234 games with the #LAKings, Harper recorded 52 points and 313 penalty minutes, and served as captain for two seasons.#GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/TTcogMrflJ
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On August 22, 1979, the @LAKings acquired center Andre St. Laurent and first round draft picks in 1980 (Larry Murphy) and 1981 (Doug Smith) from the Detroit Red Wings for Dale McCourt. In three seasons with the #LAKings, St. Laurent scored 52 points in 115 games.#GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/rdJl5A3dbD
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Happy birthday to former @LAKings forward Brayden Schenn, who was born on August 22, 1991.#LAKings #GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/9z7hdTnqEf
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Happy birthday to @LAKings defenseman Olli Maatta, who was born on August 22, 1994.#LAKings #GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/HCMg23H9VQ
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On August 22, 1996 , the @LAKings acquired left winger Petr Klima from the Tampa Bay Lightning for a fifth round draft pick. Klima recorded four assists in eight games with the #LAKings.#GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/i9b2L2MDce
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Happy birthday to @LAKings prospect Brock Faber, who was born on August 22, 2002.#LAKings #GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/Q1tiTWmkIb
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