Building on our tweet yesterday, where we noted the Kings would open their 2016-17 home schedule with a game on October 14th vs. the Philadelphia Flyers, we can now pass along some additional details. After speaking to various sources throughout the week, it has become apparent that, despite the game being scheduled for a Friday […]
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On This Date: Interview with player who scored first-ever LA Kings goal
On this date in hockey history the LA Kings made their official NHL debut. Several years ago, MayorsManor was lucky enough to interview the man who scored the first goal in franchise history as part of that game. Today, we proudly share our discussion with Brian Kilrea once again… Ottawa is a long way from Los Angeles. Yet, the older […]
POLL: Who should the LA Kings honor next season?
It’s been confirmed to MayorsManor that the LA Kings will keep the same jersey rotation for next year, including the purple (Forum blue) and gold version for three Legends Nights. As of now, the names haven’t been finalized. However, a list of possible candidates is being pulled together. So, let’s take a break from the […]
2011 Eddie Joyal Award winner announcement
Over his five pro seasons in the NHL, center Anze Kopitar has averaged 26 goals and 44 assists. Yet, he’d have to be near the top of any ‘underrated player’ list. Few outside Los Angeles – or maybe the Pacific Division – are aware of just how good he truly is. Last year he became […]
Anze Kopitar in the lead for 3rd annual Eddie Joyal Award
Eddie Joyal, early LA Kings star At the end of Spring Training, the Dodgers hand out the Roy Campanella Award, to a player who best exemplifies the spirit and leadership of the team’s former Hall of Fame catcher. On a more humble note, for the past few seasons, MayorsManor has recognized the player who leads […]