When the American Hockey League first moved west in 2015, there was uncertainty how it would all play out. Several of the cities were converting from being ECHL teams (i.e. Ontario, Bakersfield, Stockton, etc.), so the transition was rather smooth. Fast forwarding to 2023, by all accounts, the AHL’s Pacific Division has been a smashing […]
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AUS GAME 2: Projected Lineups for LA Kings vs. Arizona Coyotes
Following the first NHL game to be played in the Southern Hemisphere, hockey is borrowing a phrase from baseball legend Ernie Banks — Let’s Play Two! On Saturday night (Los Angeles time), the Kings and Coyotes will square off for the second night in a row as part of the 2023 Global Series in Melbourne, […]
Sneak Peek: LA Kings Roster for Trip to Australia vs. Coyotes
The international dateline may cause some confusion regarding exactly when the games are taking place; yet, nonetheless, the LA Kings and Arizona Coyotes will be playing a pair of games in Australia later this month. Local to folks Down Under, there will actually be three opportunities to see dozens of NHL stars up close in […]
Kings Dev Camp: 10 Tidbits from Weekend Notebook
Just as quickly as it arrived, Development Camp is just about over. Sunday morning was largely just a series of skill-based drills. The only remaining on-ice activity will be Monday’s ‘last chance to impress’ scrimmage. Thus far, we’ve heard from several of LA’s coaches running the show, and tomorrow we’ll gather comments from Senior Director […]
FIRST LOOK: LA Kings 2023-24 Roster, Salary Cap, and Summer Trade Notes
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. […]