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Peter Laviolette Outlined What The Kings Must Do Without Anze Kopitar

Peter Laviolette believes the Kings must find new leadership from within as they enter an uncertain new era without Anze Kopitar.

NEWSNHL on Yahoo·10h

Colorado Avalanche 2026 Preseason Schedule Revealed: Dates, Opponents and Times

The Colorado Avalanche now know their four-game preseason path as they prepare for the 2026-27 NHL season and a highly anticipated regular-season opener against the Los Angeles Kings.

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NHL Off-Season Rankings: No. 22, Los Angeles Kings - Yahoo Sports

NHL Off-Season Rankings: No. 22, Los Angeles Kings  Yahoo Sports

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NHL Off-Season Rankings: No. 22, Los Angeles Kings - Yahoo Sports

NHL Off-Season Rankings: No. 22, Los Angeles Kings  Yahoo Sports

NEWSGoogle News · LAK·1d

Los Angeles Kings’ Renowned Identity Back On Full Display - Yahoo Sports

Los Angeles Kings’ Renowned Identity Back On Full Display  Yahoo Sports

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Los Angeles Lakers: NBA franchise to be sold in record $12.5bn deal to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger - BBC

Los Angeles Lakers: NBA franchise to be sold in record $12.5bn deal to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger  BBC

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Los Angeles Kings - Vegas Golden Knights Live - NHL: Ice Hockey Scores & Highlights - 26/02/2026 - TNT Sports

Los Angeles Kings - Vegas Golden Knights Live - NHL: Ice Hockey Scores & Highlights - 26/02/2026  TNT Sports

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Los Angeles Kings - St. Louis Blues Live - NHL: Ice Hockey Scores & Highlights - 02/04/2026 - TNT Sports

Los Angeles Kings - St. Louis Blues Live - NHL: Ice Hockey Scores & Highlights - 02/04/2026  TNT Sports

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Anze Kopitar’s true feelings on ‘incredible honor’ amid retirement - Yahoo Sports

Anze Kopitar’s true feelings on ‘incredible honor’ amid retirement  Yahoo Sports

NEWSNHL on Yahoo·5d

Canadiens Will Be Part Of A Special Night In Los Angeles

The Montreal Canadiens are the masters of the jersey retirement ceremonies, but this season, they'll get to bear witness to another team's ceremony as they'll be in Los Angeles when the Kings retire the jersey of their franchise scoring leader, who could very well have been a Hab

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Kings to Honor Anze Kopitar, Cementing Him in Los Angeles History - Yahoo Sports

Kings to Honor Anze Kopitar, Cementing Him in Los Angeles History  Yahoo Sports

NEWSGoogle News · LAK·6d

L.A. Kings To Honor Anze Kopitar With Jersey Retirement, Statue Unveiling - KHTS Radio

L.A. Kings To Honor Anze Kopitar With Jersey Retirement, Statue Unveiling  KHTS Radio

NEWSGoogle News · LAK·6d

Kings Announce two Major Honors for Retired Star Anze Kopitar - Yahoo Sports

Kings Announce two Major Honors for Retired Star Anze Kopitar  Yahoo Sports

NEWSGoogle News · LAK·6d

Kings to retire Anze Kopitar's No. 11 jersey and unveil bronze statue - NBC Los Angeles

Kings to retire Anze Kopitar's No. 11 jersey and unveil bronze statue  NBC Los Angeles

NEWSGoogle News · LAK·6d

Anze Kopitar to have number retired, statue built by Kings - Yahoo Sports

Anze Kopitar to have number retired, statue built by Kings  Yahoo Sports

NEWSGoogle News · LAK·6d

Kings announce obvious Anze Kopitar honor after retirement - Yahoo Sports

Kings announce obvious Anze Kopitar honor after retirement  Yahoo Sports

NEWSGoogle News · LAK·6d

Los Angeles Kings to honor Anze Kopitar with retired number, statue - Yahoo Sports

Los Angeles Kings to honor Anze Kopitar with retired number, statue  Yahoo Sports

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · AUG 13 · LAK

**Kings-Golden Knights going head-to-head tonight on TNT — here's what's at stake.** • **LAK vs VGK** — game is live now, tune in on TNT Sports • **LAK** — need a win to keep pace in the tight Pacific Division race • **VGK** — always a tough out at home, expect a physical, low-scoring affair • **LAK goaltending** — will be the key factor against Vegas's dangerous forward group • **Pacific standings** — every point matters with the playoff picture tightening in late February **Watch for:** whether LAK can solve the Vegas defensive structure and steal two points on the road. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · AUG 12 · LAK

**Kings in St. Louis — find out if they pulled it off.** • **LAK** — game vs. Blues ongoing/completed overnight on TNT Sports • **LAK** — check final score at lakings.com or the NHL app for the result • **LAK** — power play and goaltending will be the storylines to dig into • **LAK** — standings implications in the Pacific Division hinge on this one **Watch:** Full highlights are live on TNT Sports now — don't scroll social until you've seen it. --- *Note: Live score data wasn't available to me — grab the final on the NHL app for the real result.* The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · AUG 11 · LAK

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · AUG 10 · LAK

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 9 · LAK

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 8 · LAK

**Kings to Honor Kopitar With Jersey Retirement and Bronze Statue** • **LA Kings** will retire Anze Kopitar's No. 11, lifting it to the Crypto.com Arena rafters permanently • **LA Kings** will unveil a bronze statue of Kopitar outside the arena, joining franchise immortals • **Kopitar** played his entire 19-year career in LA, winning two Stanley Cups in 2012 and 2014 • **Kopitar** retires as the Kings' all-time leader in goals, assists, and points — the franchise cornerstone **What to watch:** Ceremony date announcement — mark your calendar, this one's a must-attend for any Kings fan. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · AUG 7 · LAK

**Kings fans, Laviolette's honeymoon ends fast.** • **LAK** – New coach Laviolette inherits a roster with serious structural concerns heading into the offseason • **LAK** – Depth scoring and defensive depth flagged as the core issues needing urgent attention • **LAK** – Front office faces pressure to reshape the supporting cast around Kopitar and Fiala • **LAK** – Laviolette's system demands high-energy depth lines — a mismatch with current personnel **Watch:** Whether LA moves aggressively in free agency or tries to patch holes with what's already in the building. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · AUG 6 · LAK

**Kings fall to Bruins in overnight clash — here's where things stand** - **LA Kings** lost to the Boston Bruins in last night's TNT matchup - **Boston Bruins** handed the Kings a tough early-season defeat on the road - **Kings depth** under scrutiny as multiple players flagged for bounce-back performances needed - **LA roster** faces questions heading into the next stretch with pressure mounting on key contributors **Watch:** How the Kings respond in their next game will set the tone for whether this is a blip or a trend. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · AUG 5 · LAK

**Kings' top prospect climbing the charts heading into the offseason** • **LAK** — First-round pick jumping up prospect power rankings, raising organizational optimism • **LAK** — Strong prospect pipeline signals Kings are building for both now and the future • **LAK** — Ranking boost puts pressure on management to fast-track development timeline • **LAK** — Depth up front remains the focus as top prospects inch closer to NHL-ready status **Watch for:** Whether the Kings accelerate any prospect callups or AHL assignments as the season progresses. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · AUG 4 · LAK

**Kings fans, your overnight hockey reading is light — but here's what's moving.** • **LAK** — No game action overnight; roster and offseason moves remain the focus heading into 2025-26 • **CHI** — Nick Foligno receives his 2025-26 player grade from On Tap Sports Net; a name Kings fans once knew well • **NHL** — Offseason evaluation season in full swing as teams assess rosters before training camp • **LAK** — Rob Blake's front office continues quiet work shaping the Kings' contention window **What to watch:** Whether the Kings make any roster moves as other Western Conference rivals finalize their lineups. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · AUG 3 · LAK

**Kings edge Sabres on Halloween — playoff push continues** - **LAK** defeated Buffalo in last night's contest per Fox Sports boxscore - **LAK** Quinton Byfield's breakout season flagged as critical to Cup contention - **LAK** Kevin Fiala identified as the team's most dangerous offensive weapon - **LAK** front office watching closely as the Cup window narrative heats up **What to watch:** How Byfield and Fiala connect offensively in LAK's next outing will define the early-season ceiling. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 2 · LAK

Quiet morning across your teams, LAK Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 1 · LAK

**Kings Goalies Steal the Show — L.A. Duo Making Noise** • **LAK** — Goaltending tandem turning heads, per Yahoo Sports overnight report • **LAK** — Crease depth emerging as a quiet strength for Los Angeles this stretch • **LAK** — Duo chemistry could be the x-factor as playoff positioning tightens • **LAK** — Coaching staff leaning into the rotation, no clear-cut No. 1 yet **Watch:** How the Kings manage starts down the stretch will define their playoff ceiling. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · JUL 31 · LAK

Quiet morning across your teams, LAK Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · JUL 30 · LAK

**Kings make a splash: $34M former Canadiens star reportedly on the way to LA** • **Kings** are expected to sign a former Canadiens star in a $34M deal, per Yahoo Sports • **Kings** bolster their roster ahead of what could be a pivotal stretch run • **Kings** front office signals clear intent to compete now with significant cap commitment • **Kings** fans should watch for official announcement and jersey number confirmation What to watch: Will this signing push LA into legitimate Stanley Cup contender conversation? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · JUL 29 · LAK

Quiet morning across your teams, LAK Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · JUL 28 · LAK

Quiet morning across your teams, LAK Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · JUL 27 · LAK

**Kings land Laughton as roster rebuild takes shape** • LAK: Scott Laughton signed, adding grit and faceoff depth to the forward group • LAK: Move signals front office pushing for a more physical, two-way lineup in 2025-26 • LAK: Laughton brings playoff experience and a 50%+ faceoff rate to the middle • LAK: Roster construction still in progress — more moves expected before camp opens **Watch:** How Laughton fits alongside Fiala and Kopitar in the top-nine could define LA's offensive identity next season. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · JUL 26 · LAK

**Kings land Panarin? The offseason just got very interesting.** - **LAK** – Reports link the Kings to Artemi Panarin as a 2025-26 roster addition - **LAK** – Panarin would give LA a top-line winger and legitimate Cup-contender credibility - **LAK** – Deal would signal an aggressive front office push after recent playoff shortfalls - **LAK** – Cap management will be the key hurdle; Kings already carrying significant commitments - **LAK** – Panarin's playmaking would pair dangerously well with Kopitar and Kempe **Watch to see if Kings make a second splash move to complement any Panarin acquisition.** The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · JUL 25 · LAK

Quiet morning across your teams, LAK Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · JUL 24 · LAK

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · JUL 23 · LAK

**Kings get their 2026-27 schedule — here's what's coming.** • **LAK** — Full 2026-27 schedule released; road stretches and divisional matchups now mapped out • **LAK** — Early-season home slate sets up strong start potential at Crypto.com Arena • **LAK** — Rivalry games vs. Vegas and Edmonton already circled on calendars • **LAK** — Back-to-back sets and travel load will be key factors to monitor all season • **LAK** — Schedule release fuels offseason momentum as roster building continues **Watch:** How the Kings fill remaining roster needs before that first puck drops. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · JUL 22 · LAK

**Kings legend hangs up the pads for good — and what comes next will surprise you.** • **LAK** — Former Kings goalie officially calls it a career after years between the pipes • **LAK** — Retirement announcement came overnight, stunning the hockey world • **LAK** — The ex-King's post-hockey path is already turning heads outside the sport • **LAK** — No word yet on whether the Kings plan any official tribute or ceremony **What to watch:** Whether the Kings organization responds with a formal sendoff for their former netminder. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · JUL 21 · LAK

**Kings' prospect pipeline gets a fresh look ahead of the 2026 draft cycle.** • **LAK** — 2026 WHL prospect pool breakdown is out, spotlighting the next wave of Kings hopefuls • **LAK** — Western Hockey League talent pipeline remains a key focus for LA's scouting staff • **LAK** — Several WHL names are drawing early buzz as potential future Kings picks • **LAK** — Depth at forward and defense highlighted in the prospect pool analysis • **LAK** — Kings' development trajectory looks promising with multiple high-upside names emerging **What to watch:** Which WHL prospects crack LA's radar as the 2025-26 season unfolds and draft positioning takes shape. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · JUL 20 · LAK

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · JUL 19 · LAK

**Kings on the hot seat: Do the moves add up?** • **LAK** — Yahoo Sports questions whether the off-season haul is enough to crack the playoff field • **LAK** — Roster moves show intent, but the Western Conference remains brutally competitive • **LAK** — Key questions linger around depth scoring and backend durability heading into camp • **LAK** — Kopitar and company need supporting pieces to step up for a legitimate postseason push **What to watch:** Training camp battles — who earns a spot will answer the playoff question faster than any pundit. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · JUL 18 · LAK

Kings drop Game 1 to Vegas — here's where things stand. • **LAK** fell to the Golden Knights in the April 10 opener, per The Athletic box score • **LAK** offseason recap signals key roster moves heading into this playoff run • **LAK** prospect pipeline graded as strengthened following the '26 draft class • **LAK** 2026-27 schedule is locked in, with full slate now public via NHL and LA mag **What to watch:** Kings response in Game 2 — can they clean up the mistakes that cost them in Vegas? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · JUL 17 · LAK

These are placeholder/live score pages without actual scores or results — I can't fabricate game outcomes or standings. Send me the actual scores and I'll have your Kings briefing ready in seconds. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · JUL 16 · LAK

**Kings corner: Byfield on the bubble, new bench boss in town** - **LAK** — Quinton Byfield fighting for his roster spot as training camp pressure mounts - **LAK** — New coaching staff assembled with deep experience across the league - **LAK** — Colorado announces 2026-27 home opener will be against the Kings **Watch:** How Byfield responds to the pressure this preseason will define his Kings tenure. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · JUL 15 · LAK

Quiet morning across your teams, LAK Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · JUL 14 · LAK

Quiet morning across your teams, LAK Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · JUL 13 · LAK

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · JUL 12 · LAK

**Kings fans, your offseason just got very interesting.** • **LAK** — Rumors swirling that the Kings are positioning themselves as a dark-horse suitor for either Connor McDavid or Auston Matthews • **LAK** — No official talks confirmed, but management reportedly exploring blockbuster options to push past first-round exits • **McDavid** — Still under contract in Edmonton, but Oilers' playoff collapse has reignited trade speculation league-wide • **Matthews** — Toronto situation remains uncertain with contract talks and roster direction under scrutiny • **LAK** — Kings have the cap space, prospects, and draft capital to make a serious run at a generational talent if a deal opens up **Watch for any Edmonton or Toronto front-office moves this week — that's where this story lives or dies.** The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · JUL 11 · LAK

Quiet morning across your teams, LAK Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · JUL 10 · LAK

Quiet morning across your teams, LAK Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · JUL 9 · LAK

Quiet morning across your teams, LAK Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · JUL 8 · LAK

**Kings' $11M blue-liner situation could reshape their season** • **LAK** — Front office weighing whether to move on from costly veteran defenseman mid-season • **LAK** — Retaining the $11M cap hit limits flexibility to add at the trade deadline • **LAK** — A trade could open roster spots and cap room for a forward push in the West • **LAK** — Kings remain in playoff contention, making timing of any move critical **Watch:** Whether LA pulls the trigger before the deadline or bets on the current roster to hold it together. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · JUL 7 · LAK

**Kings' blue line woes loom large heading into the stretch run.** • **LAK** – Defense remains the glaring weakness as the Kings search for solutions on the back end • **LAK** – Pressure mounts on management to address the defensive corps before the trade deadline • **LAK** – Offensive production can only carry the team so far without reliable defensive depth • **LAK** – Coaching staff faces tough lineup decisions as defensive struggles continue to pile up **Watch:** Whether the Kings make a move at the deadline or roll the dice with what they have. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · JUL 6 · LAK

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HOT TAKES · WED · AUG 5 · UNDER REVIEW

Yesterday's spiciest takes from LAK fans. Cast a verdict; the judge weighs in at end of day. Candidates: 1. "DAILY LINEUP · WED · AUG 5 · LAK" — @919f6c5b (0 up) 2. "DAILY LINEUP · TUE · AUG 4 · LAK" — @919f6c5b (0 up) 3. "DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 1 · LAK" — @919f6c5b (0 up) 4. "DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 2 · LAK" — @919f6c5b (0 up) 5. "DAILY LINEUP · MON · AUG 3 · LAK" — @919f6c5b (0 up)

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