There will be a hockey game played in Downtown Los Angeles tonight. And it’s an important game at that, with the Kings trying to stay in the Pacific Division playoff mix.
However, before puck drop gets underway vs. Pittsburgh, the night belongs to Dustin Brown.
Here are the three DO NOT MISS items to help set the mood:
ICYMI – tonight's guest list included… https://t.co/DmVLV5TW5P
— The Mayor | Team MM (@mayorNHL) February 11, 2023
Pleased to share some of my personal thoughts on 23 for this @lakingsinsider series…
10 Days Of Dustin Brown – The Man Behind The C https://t.co/yyfnwYKasD
— The Mayor | Team MM (@mayorNHL) February 9, 2023
A very refreshing interview. In a world where shifting blame is common it's really great to hear a guy who accepts responsibility and is willing to admit that there are regrets. A great listen for sure. https://t.co/aDaiEm8V9u
— John E. K. (@SouthBayJohnny1) February 10, 2023
As for the game itself, forward Arthur Kaliyev is right on track and ready to go. On a slightly more surprising note, it appears Trevor Moore is also set to draw back in; which would be a few days ahead of schedule.
Just for good measure, the Kings recalled defenseman Jacob Moverare from AHL Ontario after he played for the Reign last night in Bakersfield.
Also, Arthur Kaliyev activated from IR (as we first reported on KOTP last weekend).
Trevor Moore will be activated from injured reserve too. Should be available tonight. A few days ahead of schedule. https://t.co/9aIuYGcMvp
— The Mayor | Team MM (@mayorNHL) February 11, 2023
LA Kings Projected Lineup vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
Byfield – Kopitar – Kempe
Moore – Danault – Arvidsson
Fiala – Lizotte – Iafallo
JAD – Kupari – Kaliyev
Anderson – Doughty
Durzi – Roy
Edler – Walker
Copley
Quick
Likely Scratches: Lemieux, Moverare
Injured, although not on IR: Vilardi (back skating, still week-to-week)
Injured Reserve: Grundstrom (Jan. 19)
Additional Game Info
Puck drop is set for 7:30 pm PST and will be televised by Bally Sports. Brown’s pregame festivities began at 6pm, both in person and on TV.
In their last game played, the Penguins crushed the Ducks 6-3 in Anaheim on Friday night.
With a pair of assists, Evgeni Malkin became the third player in Pittsburgh franchise history to reach 1,200 career points. While Ducks goalie John Gibson made a career-high 53 saves, that also came with the Penguins recording a franchise road record of 59 shots on goal.
Former King Jeff Carter is expected to center their third line tonight. Meanwhile, Kris Letang was a late scratch last night due to illness; he’s questionable for tonight.
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