Coming out of last week’s exit interviews with LA Kings players and management, the page has officially been turned. It’s time for General Manager Rob Blake to begin working on his summer to-do list. Everything ultimately hinges on defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov. There’s no need for a 6,000 word essay on the importance of signing him. […]
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Todd McLellan Exit Interview: What Went Wrong, What the Kings Are, and His Contract
Like any season that does not end with the Stanley Cup, there are questions to be answered regarding the LA Kings 2022-23 campaign. Naturally, there are many positive storylines – including the impressive efforts of Adrian Kempe, the gigantic step forward by Gabe Vilardi, a much-improved power play, etc. Conversely, questions still remain regarding the […]
Game 6: Projected Lineups for LA Kings vs. Edmonton Oilers
Back-to-back disappointing results in Games 4 and 5 have left the Kings with a must-win contest at home against the Oilers for Game 6. It’s been the topic of the series for LA so far, they have yet to play a full 60 minutes. Regardless, they will now need to find a way to grind […]
Projected Lineups – LA Kings vs. Dallas Stars; Different Look for Homestand Finale
With the Dallas Stars in town on Thursday night, Kings coach Todd McLellan will once again turn to Pheonix Copley in net. The defense will likely look the same as it has for much of the last month. Beyond that, change is in the air. Tonight will mark the final game of LA’s current homestand. […]
Rapid Review: Notes and Highlights from Kings Complete Win Over VGK
Any worries about a sluggish start in their first post-holiday game were quickly erased by the LA Kings on Tuesday. Gabe Vilardi scored his team-leading 15th marker of the season around 12-minutes into the opening frame and coach Todd McLellan likely exhaled — at least slightly. One year ago, facing the same opponent, the Kings […]