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Jordan Spence  • D  •  Kings

Jordan Spence Signs Two-Year Extension With Kings

Los Angeles Kings defenseman Jordan Spence signed a two-year extension on Thursday. He received a $3 million deal after completing his entry-level contract. Spence established himself as a full-time NHLer last season, making 71 appearances. He finished with 24 points (two goals, 22 assists), 80 shots, 55 blocks, and 67 hits. The 23-year-old was one of only five defensemen to record 12 penalty minutes or fewer with at least 70 games played. Spence, who has the distinction of being the first Australian-born player in NHL history, fills a third-pairing role in Los Angeles and doesn't carry a lot of fantasy value.
Aug 2   
Warren Foegele  • LW  •  Kings

Warren Foegele Enters Game 7 On Career-Best Scoring Streak

Edmonton Oilers winger Warren Foegele has been an unexpected hero in the 2024 Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers. The 28-year-old has put together a four-game point streak ahead of Monday's pivotal Game 7. It's the longest scoring run Foegele has ever had in the NHL. He has totaled two goals and three assists during the streak. Before heating up, Foegele had managed only three points this postseason, with two coming in the first two games. He boasts three goals and five assists overall for 21 playoff appearances this year. There have been only eight players with point streaks of five or more games in the Stanley Cup Final since 1995.
Jun 24   
Darcy Kuemper  • G  •  Kings

Darcy Kuemper Dealt To Kings

Goaltender Darcy Kuemper was dealt by the Washington Capitals to the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday. He was sent to L.A. in exchange for forward Pierre-Luc Dubois. Kuemper was ditched by the Capitals just two seasons after he was signed to a five-year, $26.25 million contract as a free agent. The 34-year-old, who helped the Colorado Avalanche win the Stanley Cup in 2022, had a decent debut campaign in Washington but suffered from a lack of form in 2023-24. Kuemper finished the season as a backup to Charlie Lindgren, posting a 13-14-3 record with a 3.31 goals-against average and a .890 save percentage. In Los Angeles, Kuemper faces a battle for playing time with David Rittich.
Jun 20   
Pierre-Luc Dubois  • C  •  Kings

Kings Not Planning To Buy Out Pierre-Luc Dubois

Los Angeles Kings forward Pierre-Luc Dubois looks set to remain on the team for now, with general manager Rob Blake saying there aren't any plans to buy out his contract. There was speculation of a potential buyout for Dubois following a disappointing campaign in Los Angeles. After enjoying back-to-back 60-point years in Winnipeg, Dubois managed only 40 points (16 goals, 24 assists) in 82 games in his first season with the Kings. His struggles continued in the playoffs, where Dubois recorded only one point in a five-game series against the Oilers in the first round. The 25-year-old has the third-highest salary cap hit on the Kings squad with $8 million and is tied to the club through the 2030-31 campaign.
May 6   
David Rittich  • G  •  Kings

David Rittich To Start Game 4

Los Angeles Kings netminder David Rittich will be between the pipes for Saturday's Game 4 of the team's first-round series against the Edmonton Oilers. Cam Talbot has started the first three games of the series but has been lit up for a 5.30 goals-against average and an .861 save percentage so far. "David's [going to] go," Kings coach Jim Hiller said following the morning skate Sunday. "We feel good about that. I thought Cam did a good job, that's not it. David's played really well for us, played well against Edmonton. We'll give him a go." Rittich was indeed excellent for the Kings this season, posting a 2.15 GAA and a .921 Sv% across 24 games (22 starts).
Apr 28   
Anze Kopitar  • C  •  Kings

Anze Kopitar Completes Three-Point Night With Overtime Game-Winner

Los Angeles Kings center Anze Kopitar had a big performance in Game 2 against the Oilers on Wednesday, scoring the game-winning goal and bagging two assists in a 5-4 overtime victory. Playing in his 94th Stanley Cup Playoffs game, which ties a franchise record, Kopitar set up a pair of Adrian Kempe goals in the first period and popped up with the game-winner 2:07 into overtime. At 36 years and 244 days, Kopitar became the oldest player in Kings history with an overtime goal in the playoffs. Wednesday's prolific outing came after Edmonton had nullified Kopitar in Game 1.
Apr 25   
Cam Talbot  • G  •  Kings

Cam Talbot Starts Game 2 For Kings

Los Angeles Kings goaltender Cam Talbot is the team's confirmed starter for Wednesday's Game 2 against Edmonton. Talbot remains between the sticks against his former team despite struggling in Game 1. The veteran netminder gave up six goals in Monday's 7-4 loss to the Oilers. He finished the contest with 38 saves. Talbot has lost two consecutive starts only twice since the start of March, which should be an encouraging sign for the Kings as they try to even the first-round series on Wednesday.
Apr 24   
Adrian Kempe  • RW  •  Kings

Adrian Kempe Keeps Postseason Scoring Streak Going

Los Angeles Kings forward Adrian Kempe had a team-high two points in Monday's playoff opener against the Oilers, logging a goal and an assist in a 7-4 defeat. He bagged the team's second goal late in the second period and assisted Pierre-Luc Dubois on the Kings' third with three minutes left in regulation. Kempe now boasts a seven-game postseason scoring streak. He totaled five goals and three assists in six meetings with Edmonton in last year's opening round. Kempe also had six points (two goals, four assists) in seven games against Edmonton in the playoffs two seasons ago, so this is a matchup that suits him very well.
Apr 23   
Adrian Kempe  • RW  •  Kings

Adrian Kempe Continues Hot Stretch Against Canucks

Los Angeles Kings forward Adrian Kempe maintained top form in Saturday's 6-3 win over Vancouver, posting two goals and an assist. He had a pair of early power-play points and completed the scoring with a short-handed tally. Kempe is riding a five-game point streak, and this marks his fifth multi-point outing in 10 games. He's reached the 70-point plateau for the first time in his career, with 27 goals and 44 assists through 72 games. The Kings have a very favorable schedule to finish off the campaign, so Kempe should get a further boost to his points total across the final few games.
Apr 7   
David Rittich  • G  •  Kings

David Rittich Will Start Against Sharks Thursday

Los Angeles Kings goaltender David Rittich will patrol the crease on Thursday against the San Jose Sharks. This was expected, as Cam Talbot started Wednesday in a 5-2 win over the Seattle Kraken. Rittich has been up and down over his last four appearances, recording two shutouts but allowing four goals against in each of the other two games. That being said, Big Save Dave is an absolute must-start tonight against the league's worst team. Grab him if you need goalie stats.
Apr 4   
Cam Talbot  • G  •  Kings

Cam Talbot Collects Fourth Consecutive Win

Los Angeles Kings goaltender Cam Talbot posted his fourth consecutive victory in Monday's 3-2 win over the Canucks. He gave up a first-period goal to Sam Lafferty but played a rock-solid game overall and finished with 21 saves. Brock Boeser got the second one past Talbot late in the game. The four-game winning streak matches Talbot's season best. He's posted a 23-16-6 record while allowing 2.43 goals with a .917 save percentage. Talbot will need to survive a meeting with Connor McDavid and the Oilers next to keep his winning run going.
Mar 26   
Anze Kopitar  • C  •  Kings

Anze Kopitar Records Fourth Straight Multi-Point Game

Los Angeles Kings center Anze Kopitar had a fourth consecutive multi-point game on Monday versus Vancouver, tying the longest such streak of his career. The Kings captain did the damage this time with a goal and an assist, helping the team get a crucial 3-2 win. Kopitar has had four goals and five assists during his streak and boasts 64 points (24 goals, 40 assists) in total across 71 games. He will be the first King since Alex Frolov in 2006-07 with a five-game multi-point streak if Kopitar can grab at least a pair of points again in Thursday's big matchup against Edmonton.
Mar 26   
Viktor Arvidsson  • RW  •  Kings

Viktor Arvidsson Could Be Ready To Return On Tuesday

Los Angeles Kings winger Viktor Arvidsson (lower body) is getting close to returning to action, and his comeback might come in Tuesday's matchup against Chicago. Arvidsson has missed the past 13 games while trying to recover from a lower-body injury. His season debut was delayed by a back injury, meaning we've seen the Swedish winger skate in just four games this term. He collected two assists before hurting himself again. If he's game-ready, Arvidsson will compete for a top-six spot, and he should also see a healthy amount of power-play time.
Mar 19   
Mikey Anderson  • D  •  Kings

Mikey Anderson Remains Out On Saturday

Los Angeles Kings defenseman Mikey Anderson (upper body) wore a full-contact jersey Saturday morning but isn't yet ready to rejoin the action against Dallas. Saturday's contest will mark his eighth consecutive absence. Anderson has made 55 appearances with the Kings in 2023-24, recording 15 points (one goal, 14 assists). His best attributes come out defensively, with Anderson having tallied 104 blocks and 90 hits this season. Anderson's next opportunity to return comes on Monday versus the islanders.
Mar 9   
Adrian Kempe  • RW  •  Kings

Adrian Kempe A Game-Time Call Saturday

Los Angeles Kings forward Adrian Kempe (upper body) is considered a game-time decision for Saturday's contest against Dallas. He could be back in action after missing five games with an upper-body issue. Kings head coach Jim Hiller has mentioned Kempe as "definitely a possibility" for the game. Getting him back would be a massive boost for the Kings, as Kempe has been enjoying a superb campaign. He's among the team's leading scorers, with 51 points (19 goals, 32 assists) produced across 57 outings. Kempe's return will likely spell the end of Alex Turcotte's stint on the first line.
Mar 9   
Phillip Danault  • C  •  Kings

Phillip Danault Fires In His Second Hat Trick

Los Angeles Kings center Phillip Danault broke an offensive slump with a huge performance in Sunday's 5-1 win over New Jersey, scoring his second career hat trick. The 31-year-old matched the points tally of his previous 11 appearances on Sunday. Danault, whose first career hat trick came five years ago, isn't a consistent performer on the attacking front, but he plays an effective game and has put together a solid season with the Kings. In 60 games, he's had 36 points (14 goals, 22 assists) with 128 shots and 61 hits.
Mar 4   
Adrian Kempe  • RW  •  Kings

Adrian Kempe Considered Week-To-Week

Los Angeles Kings forward Adrian Kempe (upper body) is considered week-to-week, according to TSN's Darren Dreger. He is expected to return sometime in March. Kempe missed a second consecutive game on Thursday versus Vancouver. The Swedish forward is among the team's top scorers with 51 points (19 goals, 32 assists) in 57 games. Following Kempe's injury, Anze Kopitar has been paired with Quinton Byfield and Alex Turcotte on the top line. Both Kopitar and Byfield had two-point outings on Thursday. Turcotte has seen very limited action during the season and sits on just three points (one goal, two assists) in 11 outings, and he might not stick on the line for too long if he doesn't get going.
Mar 1   
Adrian Kempe  • RW  •  Kings

Adrian Kempe Sent Back To L.A. For Injury Evaluation

The Los Angeles Kings have sent winger Adrian Kempe (arm) back to Los Angeles to have an injury evaluated. The veteran forward sustained the injury late in the third period of a loss to the Oilers on Monday and was holding his arm while leaving the ice following a trip by Oilers defenseman Cody Ceci. He didn't play in a Tuesday loss to the Flames while the Kings wrap up their road trip Thursday in Vancouver. "He's gone home just to be evaluated further. We can't tell you any more than that. We'll let you know when we know," Kings coach Jim Hiller said on Tuesday. It's been a productive season for the 27-year-old, who has tallied 19 goals and 51 points across 57 games. He has added 184 shots, 81 hits, and 50 penalty minutes and is delivering across the board for fantasy managers.
Feb 28   
Mikey Anderson  • D  •  Kings

Mikey Anderson Labeled Week-To-Week

Los Angeles Kings defenseman Mikey Anderson (upper-body injury) is considered week-to-week. He was hurt on Thursday versus Nashville and looks set to miss a minimum of four games. The Kings host Anaheim on Saturday and will then head out for a three-game road trip across Western Canada. Anderson has gone scoreless in seven games and boasts only 15 points (one goal, 14 assists) for the season, but he's been a major piece in defense for the team, recording 91 hits and 104 blocks in 55 appearances. Jordan Spence has been recalled from the AHL to take over Anderson's spot in the lineup.
Feb 24   
Viktor Arvidsson  • RW  •  Kings

Viktor Arvidsson Out Week-To-Week

Los Angeles Kings winger Viktor Arvidsson (lower body) is considered week-to-week. He suffered a lower-body injury during his first shift in Tuesday's matchup against Columbus. It's unclear if the injury is related to Arvidsson's back issue, which required surgery at the start of the campaign. The 30-year-old managed to skate in just four games before landing back on the shelf. Quinton Byfield and Arthur Kaliyev are the likeliest candidates to replace Arvidsson on the second line.
Feb 22   
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