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.
Happy birthday to former @LAKings defenseman Jerry "King Kong" Korab, who was born on September 15, 1948.#LAKings #GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/P4AJZH92dK
— The Kingstorian (@Kingstorian) September 15, 2021
Happy birthday to former @LAKings forward Derek Bekar, who was born on September 15, 1975.#LAKings #GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/rx4SDjqgit
— The Kingstorian (@Kingstorian) September 15, 2021
On September 15, 2003, the @LAKings acquired goaltender Milan Hnilicka from the Atlanta Thrashers for future considerations. Hnilicka appeared in two games with the #LAKings during the 2003-04 season.#GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/bSUw2eJa6z
— The Kingstorian (@Kingstorian) September 15, 2021
On September 15, 2008, the @LAKings signed newly acquired center Jarret Stoll to a four-year, $14.4 million contract. In seven seasons with the #LAKings, @JarretStoll scored 81 goals and 214 points in 506 games, and won two Stanley Cup championship rings.#GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/cpYadOhm6q
— The Kingstorian (@Kingstorian) September 15, 2021
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