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Practice Report 10/2 – “Extensive” video review after Colorado + Discipline & PK Focus, Lineup Decisions, “A” Plan

After Wednesday’s defeat in Colorado, Peter Laviolette said that the footage from that game would certainly be used when the team got back to the rink on Friday. In the locker room today, players spoke about seeing a good chunk of video before practice, centering on a number of different topics. Comes with the territory […] The post Practice Report 10/2 – “Extensive” video review after Colorado + Discipline & PK Focus, Lineup Decisions, “A” Plan appeared first on LA Kings Insider .

LA Kings' Proposed Trade Package That Could Land Alexander Nikishin From Hurricanes

It appears that Alexander Nikishin's days as a Carolina Hurricane are numbered. As a restricted free agent, he's asked for a trade . But there are two major hurdles to overcome: Satisfying the Hurricanes' ask in a trade package, and making Nikishin happy with a new contract that will likely be in the $9 million AAV or greater range.   We heard earlier this week from Elliotte Friedman that the Los Angeles Kings are suitors for the big Russian D-man , and that there is mutual interest ...

Dylan Larkin’s trade rumors grow as many NHL teams reportedly talked with Red Wings

Many teams are interested in Dylan Larkin as the Detroit Red Wings explore trade options. The trade market for Dylan Larkin could be getting bigger as the Detroit Red Wings continue to deal with the fallout from the veteran center’s trade request. NHL insider David Pagnotta reported that several teams have shown interest in acquiring Larkin, including the San Jose Sharks, Los Angeles Kings, Montreal Canadiens, Philadelphia Flyers and Boston Bruins. Pagnotta indicated that some teams hav...

This Date in LA Kings History: October 2nd

From their humble beginnings as one of the NHL’s Second Six expansion teams in 1967, through a pair of Stanley Cups to rosters filled with Hall of Fame players and fan favorites, the LA Kings have experienced a rich hockey history over the past 60 years. Courtesy of the Kingstorian, Harry Ouzounian, here are some […]

Angeles Analysis – Game 1

There’s never really a good way to look at eight goals against. Even if you scored nine, I don’t think anyone would be happy with eight. I’ll have to go watch the Seattle Kraken’s media availability from November 29, 2022 to be certain. As Erik Haula put it after the game, when you score four […] The post Angeles Analysis – Game 1 appeared first on LA Kings Insider .

Top 10 Questions: 20256-27 Season

Zach Dooley joins host Jesse Cohen to answer the Top 10 Questions for the 2026-27 season. The new season is upon us. How will the Kings navigate the first season without Anze Kopitar? How will the new players perform and how will the team execute with their new coaching staff and system? What should fans […] The post Top 10 Questions: 20256-27 Season appeared first on LA Kings Insider .

Why Haven’t the Kings Put Kevin Fiala on LTIR?

Let’s begin with a public service announcement: this article contains math. Don’t worry, though; it should be easy enough. No reason to be scared. Earlier this week, all NHL teams had to submit their Opening Night rosters to the league office. Essentially, clubs had to prove that they were compliant with the agreed-upon salary cap […]

VIDEO SHORT: What Makes Hockey Special?

Just in time for the start of LA’s 2026-27 season, the Kings video crew and spliced together a quick video short highlighting just some of what makes hockey special. Take a look: Follow @mayorsmanor Note to webmasters/reporters: When recapping news or interviews from this site please remember to include a link to www.MayorsManor.com

Avalanche’s Cale Makar reveals why it’s tough to win fight against Nathan MacKinnon

Colorado Avalanche forward Nathan MacKinnon opened the 2026-27 season with two goals and eight shots on net, but his fight with Los Angeles Kings defenseman Brandt Clarke became one of the biggest moments of Wednesday night’s 8-4 win at Ball Arena. With fewer than seven minutes remaining and Colorado leading 6-4, MacKinnon challenged Clarke to […] The post Avalanche’s Cale Makar reveals why it’s tough to win fight against Nathan MacKinnon appeared first on ClutchPoints .

‘He didn’t say a great word to me’: Nathan MacKinnon challenges, then drops Brandt Clarke in rare fight after hit on Cale Makar

Nathan MacKinnon scored twice, put eight shots on net, and dropped the gloves in the Colorado Avalanche‘s emphatic 8-4 season-opening victory over the Los Angeles Kings, Wednesday. While MacKinnon’s goals were in character, his third-period fight against Brandt Clarke was not, as the fired-up superstar dropped the gloves for the first time since Dec. 27,

FINAL – Kings 4, Avalanche 8 – Anderson, Haula, Laviolette

The LA Kings opened the 2026-27 season with an 8-4 defeat on Wednesday evening against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena in Denver. The Avalanche opened the scoring with a power-play goal 6:33 into the game, to take an early 1-0 lead. The Kings killed off the bulk of their first penalty of the season, […] The post FINAL – Kings 4, Avalanche 8 – Anderson, Haula, Laviolette appeared first on LA Kings Insider .

Mikey Anderson – 9.30

Hear from defenseman Mikey Anderson after a season-opening defeat against the Colorado Avalanche. The post Mikey Anderson – 9.30 appeared first on LA Kings Insider .

Recap: Opening night mayhem leads to 8-4 Avalanche win

For the first game out of 84 in the 2026-27 season the Colorado Avalanche hosted the LA Kings at Ball Arena and it won’t soon be forgotten. A 8-4 rout of the Kings saw multiple power play and shorthanded goals against for Colorado and even a Nathan MacKinnon fight. The Game Believe it or not […]

LIVE THREAD – Kings @ Avalanche, 9/30

Los Angeles Kings 4, Colorado Avalanche 8 FINAL Game Preview WATCH: TNT, HBO Max LISTEN: ESPN LA App, LA Kings App SOG: LAK – 31 COL – 29 PP: LAK – 0/4 COL – 4/5 First Period 1. COL – Brock Nelson (1) – (Jaden Schwartz, Nazem Kadri) – 6:33 (PP) 2. LAK – Brian […] The post LIVE THREAD – Kings @ Avalanche, 9/30 appeared first on LA Kings Insider .