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Drew Doughty • D • Kings

Drew Doughty Logs Full Practice Wednesday

Los Angeles Kings defenseman Drew Doughty (lower body) could return to action on Thursday night against the Chicago Blackhawks. The veteran star has been working his way back from a lower-body injury and participated fully in Wednesday's practice. Kings head coach Jim Hiller said he is "hopeful" Doughty and forward Warren Foegele (upper body) can play on Thursday. Doughty has missed seven games since suffering a lower-body injury while blocking a shot on Nov. 15 against the Ottawa Senators. 18 years into his NHL career, Doughty continues to provide a little bit of everything to fantasy managers, sitting on eight points (two goals, six assists), 24 shots, 30 blocks, and 11 hits after 19 appearances this season.

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Warren Foegele • LW • Kings

Warren Foegele Remains Out Tuesday

Los Angeles Kings winger Warren Foegele (upper body) will miss a third straight game on Tuesday against the Washington Capitals. On Tuesday morning, Foegele returned to the ice for the first time since suffering an upper-body injury late last month. After back-to-back 40-point campaigns, Foegele has had a disappointing year, recording four goals and zero assists in 18 games. During his absence, Joel Armia has seen more ice time and is projected to start Tuesday's contest in the top six. Foegele could be ready to return to action later in the week when the Kings face the Chicago Blackhawks in two consecutive games.

2 days ago

Warren Foegele • LW • Kings

Warren Foegele Not Ready to Return Saturday

Los Angeles Kings winger Warren Foegele (upper body) will skip a second consecutive contest on Saturday against the Vancouver Canucks. He exited the lineup for Friday's tilt against the Anaheim Ducks due to an upper-body injury. It has been a poor campaign for Foegele, who has recorded four goals and zero assists in 16 appearances. Jeff Malott has come into the lineup as Foegele's replacement, but he has zero fantasy value as a fourth-line grinder. Foegele is considered day-to-day and will get his next opportunity to return on Tuesday against the Washington Capitals.

5 days ago

Drew Doughty • D • Kings

Drew Doughty Listed as Week-to-Week

Los Angeles Kings defenseman Drew Doughty (lower body) is set to miss multiple games after the team listed him as week-to-week. The star defenseman suffered a lower-body injury during Saturday's 1-0 win against the Ottawa Senators. Fortunately, it isn't related to an ankle injury, which sidelined Doughty for several months last term. In 19 outings this season, Doughty has registered eight points (two goals, six assists), 24 shots, and 30 blocks. Jacob Moverare will take his spot in the lineup on Monday against the Washington Capitals, but it's Brandt Clarke who benefits the most from his absence. He will move to the first defensive pairing and should see more ice time on the power play.

Nov 17

Adrian Kempe • RW • Kings

Adrian Kempe Agrees to $85 Million Extension With Kings

Los Angeles Kings right wing Adrian Kempe has agreed to an eight-year, $85 million contract extension. The contract will run through the 2032-33 season, raising Kempe's cap hit from $5.5 million to $10.625 million. Kempe has been among L.A.'s most consistent offensive players for several seasons and leads the team in scoring this campaign. After 19 games, Kempe boasts six goals and 19 points. He also has additional fantasy value through his physicality, having registered 37 hits. The Swedish native just turned 29, so he remains in the prime of his career and will continue to make a mark in fantasy hockey for many years.

Nov 17

Drew Doughty • D • Kings

Drew Doughty Exits With Lower-Body Injury

Los Angeles Kings defenseman Drew Doughty (lower body) exited Saturday's 1-0 win over the Ottawa Senators midway through the second period. The veteran rearguard sustained a lower-body injury while blocking a shot. After the game, Doughty was seen leaving the arena wearing a walking boot. Across 19 outings, Doughty has contributed two goals and six assists, while logging 24 shots and 30 blocks. His exit from the lineup would allow Jacob Moverare to play, while a different setup must be used for the second power-play unit. The Kings return to action Monday night on the road against the Washington Capitals.

Nov 16

Warren Foegele • LW • Kings

Warren Foegele Ready to Rejoin Kings Lineup Sunday

Los Angeles Kings winger Warren Foegele (upper body) is expected to return from a five-game absence in Sunday's tilt against the Pittsburgh Penguins. After struggling at the start of the season, Foegele suffered an additional setback in the form of an upper-body injury. The Kings will hope that some time off will help Foegele reset and return to form. In the past two seasons, Foegele has been a 40-point guy. However, he's contributed only one goal and no assists in 10 outings in 2025-26. Foegele is projected to re-enter the lineup on the fourth line, linking up with Alex Turcotte and Corey Perry.

Nov 9

Darcy Kuemper • G • Kings

Darcy Kuemper Shuts Out Jets With 23 Saves

Los Angeles Kings goaltender Darcy Kuemper stopped the Winnipeg Jets from scoring on Tuesday night, finishing a 3-0 victory with 23 saves. The Jets had averaged 4.4 goals per game over their last five outings before running into Kuemper, who posted his first shutout of the season and improved to 4-3-3. Results-wise, it's been an inconsistent start to the campaign for Kuemper, and Tuesday's game marked his first regulation win of the season. But he's done solid work for the Kings. Through 10 starts, Kuemper has registered a 2.57 goals-against average and a .900 save percentage.

Nov 5

Warren Foegele • LW • Kings

Kings Place Warren Foegele on Injured Reserve

Los Angeles Kings winger Warren Foegele (upper body) has been placed on Injured Reserve, retroactive to Oct. 26, 2025, the team announced on Saturday. After Foegele sustained an upper-body injury last Sunday against the Chicago Blackhawks, Kings head coach Jim Hiller announced that he will "miss some time," and the fact that Foegele was placed on Injured Reserve confirms that he isn't expected to make a quick return. Saturday's matchup against the New Jersey Devils will mark Foegele's third consecutive absence. Last term, Foegele was an effective third-line performer for the Kings, but he's been limited to one goal in 10 appearances this season. Joel Armia's usage has increased during Foegele's absence, although he isn't a consistent fantasy contributor.

Nov 1

Trevor Moore • LW • Kings

Trevor Moore Expected to Return Saturday

Los Angeles Kings winger Trevor Moore (personal) is on track to rejoin the lineup for Saturday's tilt against the New Jersey Devils, Dennis Bernstein of The Fourth Period reports. Moore skipped Thursday's clash against the Detroit Red Wings for personal reasons, but he was back at practice on Friday. Across 11 appearances this season, Moore has scored three goals and produced one assist. During his absence on Thursday night, the Kings dressed an extra defenseman, Jacob Moverare, who logged only a few minutes of ice time. Moverare will likely come out of the lineup on Saturday.

Nov 1

Warren Foegele • LW • Kings

Warren Foegele to Miss "Some Time"

Los Angeles Kings winger Warren Foegele (upper body) won't play against the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday night and will miss "some time," Zach Dooley of the Kings' official site reports. Foegele has been left nursing an upper-body injury after taking only a couple of shifts in Sunday's 3-1 win over the Chicago Blackhawks. He has been ice-cold early in the season, contributing only one goal in 10 games. Joel Armia, who has scored in back-to-back games, will likely have an expanded role until Foegele returns. Jeff Malott is expected to fill the open spot in the lineup.

Oct 28

Warren Foegele • LW • Kings

Warren Foegele Exits Early Sunday

Los Angeles Kings winger Warren Foegele (upper body) didn't finish Sunday's contest against the Chicago Blackhawks. He was on the ice for only his second shift when he appeared to injure his right arm or shoulder. Foegele, who's coming off back-to-back 40-point seasons, has struggled this year, recording just one point in ten games. He scored the first goal in a 4-2 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins on Oct. 16. Taking some time off could potentially benefit Foegele, but if the injury is serious, it would be another setback for the 29-year-old during a challenging season. Samuel Helenius and Jeff Malott are the candidates to fill in for Foegele.

Oct 27

Anze Kopitar • C • Kings

Anze Kopitar Set to Rejoin Kings Lineup Saturday

Los Angeles Kings center Anze Kopitar (foot) is expected to return to the lineup on Saturday against the Nashville Predators. The team has activated Kopitar from Injured Reserve ahead of the game, signaling that the Kings captain is ready to return from a four-game absence. He will join his usual partners, Andrei Kuzmenko and Adrian Kempe, on the first line, while Kopitar will also be part of the first power-play unit. Before injuring his foot, Kopitar was riding a four-game assist streak to start the season. Three of his four helpers have come with the man advantage. Jeff Malott will be scratched to make room for Kopitar.

Oct 25

Adrian Kempe • RW • Kings

Adrian Kempe Lifts Kings to Victory Tuesday

Los Angeles Kings right wing Adrian Kempe produced a goal and an assist in Tuesday's 2-1 overtime win against the St. Louis Blues. He set up Alex Laferriere for the game's first goal early in the second period and finished the contest with a power-play marker 1:50 into the extra frame. This is a huge result for the Kings, who are dealing with the absence of Anze Kopitar (foot) early in the season. For fantasy managers, it's encouraging to see that Kempe has remained productive despite Kopitar's absence. The Swedish forward leads his team with nine points (three goals, six assists) in seven games. He already has four multi-point performances for the campaign.

Oct 22

Darcy Kuemper • G • Kings

Darcy Kuemper Available Tuesday

Los Angeles Kings goaltender Darcy Kuemper (lower body) will be back in the lineup on Tuesday against the St. Louis Blues and is expected to start. He has missed a pair of contests with a lower-body injury. The start of the campaign has not gone well for Kuemper, who has finished winless in three starts. He has allowed 3.35 goals with a .868 save percentage. The Blues have won three of their last four game, scoring three times in each contest, meaning Kuemper won't have it easy on Tuesday night either.

Oct 21

Corey Perry • RW • Kings

Corey Perry Makes Season Debut Tuesday

Los Angeles Kings right wing Corey Perry (knee) will enter the lineup for his season debut on Tuesday against the St. Louis Blues. The 40-year-old veteran missed the beginning of the campaign after he was hurt during training camp, undergoing knee surgery. Perry is expected to line up on the fourth line with Jeff Malott and Alex Turcotte. He should also have a role to play on the power play. Last season, Perry had seven of his 30 points with the Edmonton Oilers on the power play.

Oct 21

Anze Kopitar • C • Kings

Anze Kopitar Out Week-to-Week

Los Angeles Kings center Anze Kopitar (foot) is considered week-to-week after he missed Thursday's 4-2 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins. Initially, Kopitar was regarded as a game-time decision. He injured his foot in Monday's matchup against the Minnesota Wild when a deflected puck hit him. It's an unfortunate setback for Kopitar, who has decided to hang up his skates after this season. His farewell tour got off to a great start, as the Kings captain recorded assists in each of the first four games. Phillip Danault has moved up in the lineup due to Kopitar's absence, but he's having a torrid time. The 32-year-old has been limited to one assist in five appearances this season.

Oct 17

Anze Kopitar • C • Kings

Anze Kopitar a Game-Time Call Thursday

Los Angeles Kings center Anze Kopitar (lower body) has been deemed a game-time decision for Thursday's meeting with the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Kings captain is dealing with a lower-body injury and may have to exit the lineup after beginning his retirement tour with a four-game assist streak. He's had one even-strength and three power-play helpers. Kopitar's absence would boost Phillip Danault's fantasy value, as he will likely get a chance to join the top six. Samuel Helenius is expected to fill the gap in the lineup if Kopitar can't play.

Oct 16

Darcy Kuemper • G • Kings

Darcy Kuemper Day-to-Day With Lower-Body Injury

Los Angeles Kings goaltender Darcy Kuemper (lower body) is considered day-to-day. He was unable to practice on Wednesday due to a lower-body injury and might be unavailable for Thursday's matchup against the Pittsburgh Penguins. While it doesn't appear that Kuemper is dealing with anything serious, the Kings traded for Pheonix Copley on Thursday as a precaution, bringing back their former goalie from the Tampa Bay Lightning. Anton Forsberg is also an option between the sticks, and the Kings have recalled Erik Portillo from the minors ahead of Thursday's game. Kuemper had an impressive year in 2024-25, but he is winless in three starts this season, allowing an average of 3.35 goals with a .868 save percentage.

Oct 15

Anze Kopitar • C • Kings

Anze Kopitar Listed as Day-to-Day

Los Angeles Kings center Anze Kopitar (lower body) sat out Wednesday's practice and is considered day-to-day. Kopitar has opened his final NHL campaign with a four-game assist streak, but a lower-body injury puts him in doubt for Thursday's game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. If Kopitar isn't available, Phillip Danault is likely to take on a top-six role in the lineup, while Samuel Helenius will get a chance to make his season debut. Danault has struggled so far, recording just one assist in four games, so joining a scoring line could give him the boost he needs. Helenius had seven points (four goals, three assists) in 50 games during his rookie campaign last year and shouldn't be considered as a fantasy target.

Oct 15

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