The LA Kings’ 2013 midseason prospect rankings went up yesterday and earlier today we posted feedback from VP and Assistant GM Ron Hextall regarding two of the defensemen on the list. Now, he rejoins us to talk about the top-rated prospect overall, forward Tyler Toffoli. We’ll begin with a general overview of the 20-year old’s first season […]
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Ron Hextall on MayorsManor rankings – talks Kings’ defensive prospects
Yesterday we posted the 2013 midseason prospect rankings for the LA Kings organization. Now, Kings’ VP and Assistant GM Ron Hextall joins us to share some thoughts about two of the defensive players reviewed. One of his key responsibilities is to oversee the Manchester Monarchs roster and he makes regular visits to the East Coast to keep […]
2012 Stanley Cup: On-ice interview with Ron Hextall
Several key factors contributed to the Kings winning the Stanley Cup, including trades for players like Mike Richards and Jeff Carter, plus the hiring of coach Darryl Sutter. However, a major area that can’t be overlooked is the development of younger players in Manchester. Here’s Kings VP and Assistant General Manager Ron Hextall with a […]
Brett Hextall ready to play his first game at Staples Center
Brett Hextall vs. the Kings (photo: CIKIRI) During the Kings and Coyotes two-game Rookie Camp tournament last week, Brandon Kozun made the biggest impression on the management group and fans in Los Angeles. Over on the other side, it was pretty hard not to notice Phoenix center Brett Hextall. Sure, he’s the son of Kings […]
LA vs PHX – Thursday’s post-game notes and quotes
Kings v Coyotes Thursday (photo: J. Weinberg) Brandon Kozun can rest a little easier. Fresh off his rookie season in Manchester last year, he wasn’t talking like a player in a meaningless training camp game after Wednesday’s 8-7 loss to the Coyotes – where the Kings gave up five goals in the third period. He […]