
Panarin shines in Kings debut as Vegas withstands late LA push
Artemi Panarin notches two assists in his Kings debut and Quinton Byfield scores twice, but Los Angeles falls 6-4 to Vegas as the Golden Knights pull away in the third period.
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Artemi Panarin notches two assists in his Kings debut and Quinton Byfield scores twice, but Los Angeles falls 6-4 to Vegas as the Golden Knights pull away in the third period.

post-Olympic break preview: the LA Kings host the Vegas Golden Knights in a Pacific Division showdown as Artemi Panarin makes his Kings debut. Mikey Anderson and Alex Turcotte are expected to be activated from injured reserve and available tonight, while Doughty, Armia and Kuemper are set to return or dress for the Kings, with Forsberg likely getting the start in goal. Vegas is missing Jack Eichel and Noah Hanafin and has several Olympians TBD, creating a prime chance for Los Angeles to kickstart the home stretch. The Kings have struggled at home this season and will look to capitalize in the coming three-game homestand to turn their campaign around.

The LA Kings acquired Artemi Panarin from the New York Rangers in exchange for forward Liam Greentree and two conditional draft picks, with the Rangers retaining 50% of Panarin’s contract through 2025-26. Panarin signed a two-year contract worth an average annual value of $11 million through the 2027-28 season. The 34-year-old winger has 19 goals and 38 assists in 52 games this season and brings 804 NHL games and more than 900 career points to Los Angeles, along with extensive playoff experience.

The LA Kings defeated the Anaheim Ducks 6-1, highlighted by Alex Laferriere's first career hat trick, with strong performances from Kopitar, Doughty, and Forsberg, marking a significant and commanding win after the holiday break.

The LA Kings completed a successful 4-0-1 road trip with a 4-3 win over the San Jose Sharks, highlighted by Brandt Clarke’s game-winning goal in the final moments, despite a challenging game where they struggled with their energy and turnovers. Key performances included Corey Perry extending his point streak, Drew Doughty tying the franchise record for goals by a defenseman, and Darcy Kuemper making 38 saves. The team acknowledged their need for rest and improvement after a tough trip.

The LA Kings won their season opener in a thrilling 6-5 shootout against the Vegas Golden Knights, overcoming a 5-3 deficit with key goals from Trevor Moore, Jeff Malott, and Brandt Clarke, and showcasing resilience and depth in their lineup.

The LA Kings lost their season opener 4-1 to the Colorado Avalanche, with key performances from Fiala, Kopitar, and Kempe, but struggled with turnovers and penalties. Post-game, players and coach Hiller acknowledged the need for improvement, especially in forechecking and discipline, while highlighting some positive individual efforts.
The LA Kings are finalizing their opening night roster, placing players Thomas and Lee on waivers, with the team aiming to start the season with a roster of eight defensemen and a few remaining forward spots, while considering waiver claims and potential roster adjustments.

The LA Kings secured a 3-0 preseason victory over the Anaheim Ducks, with key contributions from Jeff Malott, Kyle Burroughs, and Kevin Fiala, and positive assessments from coach Jim Hiller and goalie Darcy Kuemper about the team's performance and player development.
Justin Williams reflects on his time with the LA Kings and praises Anze Kopitar's career and leadership as he announces his retirement, highlighting their friendship, memorable moments, and Kopitar's Hall of Fame qualities.
Darryl Sutter praises Anze Kopitar's exceptional career, highlighting his consistency, leadership, and character as he prepares for his final NHL season, emphasizing Kopitar's role as a great player and role model.

Corey Perry of the LA Kings underwent successful knee surgery and will be out for 6-8 weeks, impacting the team's training camp and roster decisions, and opening opportunities for other players to secure spots in the lineup.

The LA Kings and NHL announced their 2025-26 regular season schedule, starting October 7 against Colorado, with key highlights including a seven-game homestand in March-April, four games against the Anaheim Ducks, and special events like the return of the Florida Panthers and a visit from Alex Ovechkin. The season features 82 games, with ticket sales beginning in August, and includes preseason and key dates for fans.

The LA Kings' 2025-26 NHL regular-season schedule features 82 games with a mix of home and away matches, including divisional and conference games, a busy January with 16 games, and a long Olympic break in February. The schedule emphasizes Saturday home games, a strong start with back-to-back games, and a final stretch with multiple homestands, setting the stage for an exciting season.

The LA Kings have signed forwards Corey Perry to a one-year contract and Joel Armia to a two-year deal, aiming to strengthen their depth and playoff performance with experienced veterans known for their playoff success and physical style of play.