Two of the most popular topics among hockey fans are potential trades and the salary cap. In actuality, the two topics have never been more closely related. Good ol’ fashioned hockey trades – i.e. Mike Richards for Wayne Simmonds and Brayden Schenn – are few and far between. More often than not these days, teams […]
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REPORT: Rob Blake Has New Extension to Remain as LA Kings GM
Five years ago, Hall of Fame defenseman Rob Blake took over the LA Kings as General Manager following a rough three-year stretch that had seen the organization fall on hard times after winning Stanley Cups in 2012 and 2014. Although the Kings have only reached the playoffs once during Blake’s tenure, he has also served […]
Cal Petersen Inks New Three-Year Deal with LA Kings
With one year remaining on his current contract, LA Kings goaltender Cal Petersen has inked a new three-year extension with the club. Details are expected to officially be announced later today. However, we’ve learned the deal carries a $5M average salary. Earlier this summer, the Kings began negotiations with Petersen on a new contact, with […]
Kings Of The Podcast: Ep. 107 with Phillip Danault
We’re back to complete the summer hat trick! After previously enjoying visits from Viktor Arvidsson and Alex Edler, it’s now time for Phillip Danault to join us on an all new Kings Of The Podcast. Among the items discussed with LA’s newest forward: — The emotions of leaving Montreal — Playing in a city with […]
Kings Sign 2021 Second Round Pick Samuel Helenius – Why Now and What’s Next?
Even though August is usually a slower time around most NHL front offices, life continues to move at a feverish pace for the LA Kings of late. After recently signing their first round selection from the 2021 NHL Draft, they’ve now come right back and inked second round selection Samuel Helenius to a similar Entry […]