We’re back, finally. And we understand the wait has been much longer than expected, so let’s provide a little context to get started. Our LA Kings Prospect Rankings usually come out in late-January or early-February. That time period was carefully selected, as it allows us to take a mid-season look at how younger players are […]
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World Juniors: Grading the Performance of Nine LA Kings Prospects
Following what was a fantastic two weeks in Edmonton, the 2021 World Junior Championship came to a close on Tuesday night with the United States earning a decisive 2-0 victory over Canada for the gold medal. It also pushed America’s record to a perfect 4-0 in WJC gold medal games vs. Canada since 2004. Anaheim […]
WJC Gold Medal Game Primer: Notes on LA Kings Prospects
It’s all come down to this. After training camps last month and then one preliminary game each, the World Junior Championship began on Christmas Day. Now, after four preliminary games per side resulted in Canada and the United States winning their pool, followed by quarterfinal and semifinal victories, the same two teams find themselves preparing […]
WJC Notebook: Playoff Schedule and Update on LA Kings Prospects
After today, two things will be behind all of us: the year 2020 and the preliminary round of the 2021 World Junior Championship. However people define a blowout, it’s undeniable the ice was tilted for many of the early tournament bouts. Switzerland went 0-4 while being outscored 20-5. Three other matches saw one team reach […]
WJC Notebook: TV Schedule and Notes on LA Kings Prospects
That song is right – it is the most wonderful time of year! The next two weeks are among the best hockey has to offer every year, and lucky for you all of the World Junior Championship games will be broadcast on NHL Network. To get you all set for the most important tournament featuring […]