Yes, LA GM Ken Holland entered the offseason with a full list of to-do items: naming a coach, finding a center, fixing his defense, and naming a new captain — just to name a few. However, no single story will likely have the impact of what comes next for Drew Doughty. The 36-year-old defenseman will […]
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VIDEO: Kopitar Mic’d Up for Final NHL Game
In a season filled with final stops, memorable milestones, and career reflection around every corner, it all came to end with Anze Kopitar’s final NHL game last month. Thanks to the Kings video production team, here’s a quick look back on that very special night — with guest appearances by several of his longtime teammates: […]
Salary Cap Crunch: Where Kings Stand Entering 2026 Offseason, Plus Likely Roster Moves
It’s been roughly three weeks since the Kings were eliminated from the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs and the team’s offseason activity is expected to start picking up soon. First up is the hiring of a coach. This process is being headed up by GM Ken Holland, with expectations they should have somebody in place by […]
5 Key Things to Watch with the LA Kings Starting Right Now
The LA Kings need help. And from the looks of things, this franchise could be primed for the most significant change in a long, long time. What will that look like, and how widespread are we talking about? Obviously, the retirement of Anze Kopitar leaves a hole in several areas, for starters. The team also […]
VIDEO: Kopitar Ceremony and Full Tribute, Narrated by Isaiah Mustafa
With his playing days winding down, Kings captain Anze Kopitar was honored in a pregame ceremony prior to Thursday night’s game between Nashville and Los Angeles. From an earlier press release: Kopitar, 38, has spent his entire playing career in the NHL with the LA Kings, accumulating 1,311 points (451-860=1,311) in 1,511 career regular-season games. […]