Matt Nieto grew up in Long Beach, CA as a huge LA Kings fan. So, it was a little ironic for him when his teammate (Derek Forbort) was selected by the Kings in the first round of the draft this past June. Perhaps it’s something he’ll get to experience himself though in the not too […]
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Future Fridays – Interview w/ Derek Forbort
When you’re drafting an 18-year old kid it’s a gamble, regardless of the round. However, when he’s 6-foot-5, plays defense, has an off the charts hockey IQ, has already won a gold medal with Team USA and was recruited to a college hockey program that’s won seven national titles …well, the odds are slightly in […]
Future Fridays – Interview w/ Brock Beukeboom
Call it the Jeff Halpern pick. Kings GM Dean Lombardi has been known to wheel and deal his draft picks – trading up, trading down and often bundling them with an ‘asset’ when trading for another team’s player. At the 2009 NHL Draft, Lombardi did a two-for-one deal, sending the Kings fourth and fifth round […]
Draft 2010 – Interview with Calle Jarnkrok
History is important. That’s why they make you take it from grade school through college. It’s a critical building block of knowledge. Things aren’t much different in sports. Hockey fans need to know their history. When it comes to the LA Kings and players from Sweden, there are three names you need to know – […]
2010 Draft – Interview with Luke Moffatt
When you’re doing an interview it’s common courtesy to thank the guy for his time after asking all of your questions. Occasionally they thank you back. Rarely do you hear “No, thank you. That was the most fun I’ve had doing an interview.” A surprising end to a beyond enjoyable conversation. Athletes today can be very […]