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How would you feel about these forward lines next season?

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Reimagining the LA Kings' forward lines if they break up this long-standing duo
The LA Kings brought in more depth for the forwards this offseason with the addition of Corey Perry and Joel Armia. However, that might not be the only change J
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July 29, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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No question these players are a bargain

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5 LA Kings players who will massively outperform their contracts in 2025-26
The goal for every NHL team, the Los Angeles Kings included, is to build the best possible roster under the salary cap. For teams to be able to do that, they ha
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July 19, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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This is a critical season for Brandt Clarke and the Kings can help him by doing these three things

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3 ways the LA Kings can help Brandt Clarke have a breakout season in 2025-26
The LA Kings saw big changes to their blue line this offseason; some of the decisions were their decision, while others weren't. It started during the NHL Draft
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July 16, 2025 at 4:26 PM
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If these players reach free agency, the Kings should try to sign them

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6 players the LA Kings should be hoping reach free agency in 2026
This year's free agent class wasn't star-studded and after Mitch Marner there weren't many players who could be clearly viewed as difference-makers for a franch
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July 13, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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Ken Holland should have followed the Maple Leafs lead this offseason

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LA Kings could learn a lesson from the Toronto Maple Leafs this offseason
There are similarities between the situations the Los Angeles Kings and Toronto Maple Leafs found themselves in this offseason. Both teams had players who were
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July 11, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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The Kings can save their offseason with these three moves

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3 moves the Los Angeles Kings can make to save their offseason
The Los Angeles Kings were busy in the first offseason with general manager Ken Holland, but it wasn't the offseason many fans expected. It was clear that the g
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July 9, 2025 at 12:49 PM
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My guess is the Kings are looking at one of these players to replace Jordan Spence

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5 free agents the Los Angeles Kings could sign to replace Jordan Spence
The LA Kings wrapped up the 2025 NHL Draft by selecting nine players over the seven rounds. However, over the course of the two days, they created a big hole on
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June 29, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Put together my “ideal” offseason. Let me know how you would feel if this was how it went for the Kings

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Ideal offseason roadmap for the LA Kings to make a deeper playoff run
The 2025 NHL Draft is roughly 24 hours away and front offices around the league are busy trying to get deals done, whether that is for the NHL Draft or free age
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June 26, 2025 at 11:26 PM
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The NHL Draft is quickly approaching rumors are flying. Let’s take a look at some and which ones we are buying and selling

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Buy or sell the latest rumors that could impact the LA Kings ahead of NHL Draft
The NHL Draft is quickly approaching, and front offices around the league are busy with trade discussions, trying to finalize contracts for any free agents they
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June 25, 2025 at 12:46 PM
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The Kings need to stay away from these free agents

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4 free agents Los Angeles Kings would ruin the offseason by signing
The Los Angeles Kings will have enough cap space this summer to make some impactful moves with the goal to improve the roster enough to make a deep run in the p
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June 18, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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Kings can’t afford to wait on Mitch Marner’s decision once free agency starts

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LA Kings would be making mistake waiting on Mitch Marner’s decision
While the season technically isn't over yet as the Stanley Cup Finals carry on, the Los Angeles Kings have already shifted their focus to next season with their
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June 17, 2025 at 11:17 PM
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If the Kings lose Gavrikov, their best chance to replace him might be with a restricted free agent

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3 restricted free agent defensemen that makes sense for LA Kings to target
The Los Angeles Kings had one of the best defenses in the NHL last season, and that was even with Drew Doughty missing half the season. However, this group coul
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June 14, 2025 at 12:22 PM
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It’s rare for restricted free agents to sign with another team but after last summer, it can’t be entirely dismissed

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4 restricted free agent forwards the LA Kings should consider offer sheets
While most of the focus is on unrestricted free agents this summer, there is another group of free agents that are restricted free agents. These are players tha
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June 13, 2025 at 1:46 PM
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The disrespect is real with the Vezina Trophy voting

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Los Angeles Kings' Darcy Kuemper disrespected in Vezina Trophy voting
The Los Angeles Kings were one of the best teams in the Western Conference this season and Darcy Kuemper was a big reason for that. However, it would be hard to
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June 12, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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These players leaving the division would be a win for the LA Kings

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One free agent the LA Kings hope their division rivals lose this summer
The Los Angeles Kings are going to try their best to keep their top free agent this offseason in Vladislav Gavrikov. There is no question that if they were to s
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June 12, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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At this point, no one knows…

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Conflicting reports emerging on the LA Kings chances to sign Mitch Marner
There is no question that all eyes are on Mitch Marner and what he decides to do on July 1st. Every NHL team would likely be interested in Marner, and that incl
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June 11, 2025 at 12:05 AM
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Brad Marchand would be a great addition but not at the contract that he wants

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Brad Marchand reported contract desires should scare LA Kings away
One of the biggest storylines of the Stanley Cup Finals has been the performance of Brad Marchand, who now has scored in each of the first three games and four
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June 10, 2025 at 12:54 AM
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If the Kings miss out on Marner, these three would be difference makers next season

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3 LA Kings free agent targets other than Mitch Marner to reach another level
There is no question that Mitch Marner is the top free agent this summer and the LA Kings are one of the teams that he is considering. However, there will be pl
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June 9, 2025 at 1:08 PM
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Who could the Kings be competing with to sign Vladislav Gavrikov in free agency?

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4 teams who may sign Vladislav Gavrikov in NHL free agency away from LA Kings
For the LA Kings, the top priority right now is trying to figure out a plan for Vladislav Gavrikov. The Kings' defenseman is their best player set to hit free a
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June 8, 2025 at 1:10 PM
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The options in free agency to replace Vladislav Gavrikov aren’t great

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5 Vladislav Gavrikov replacements LA Kings could sign for defensive stability
The Los Angeles Kings' top priority at this point of the offseason is trying to bring back Vladislav Gavrikov. The challenge is that he will certainly command a
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June 7, 2025 at 8:12 PM
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The playoffs were a disaster but Jim Hiller deserves more credit for what he did in the regular season

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LA Kings' Jim Hiller deserved more votes in the Jack Adams Award voting
There is no question that Jim Hiller made some questionable decisions during the playoffs for the LA Kings, but during the regular season, he was one of the bes
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June 7, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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What is the sales pitch to Mitch Marner for the Kings and the other teams pursuing the top free agent?

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One edge each Mitch Marner suitor has in the race for the Maple Leafs star
The top free agent this offseason and the one that will generate the most interest is undoubtedly Mitch Marner. It is not often that a player in the prime of hi
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June 7, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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While free agency could change this, these are five players that need to take on a bigger role next season

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5 LA Kings in line for bigger roles for 2025-26 season before free agency
When Ken Holland has spoken about his vision to improving the Los Angeles Kings next season, he has spoken about adding to the roster through free agency or wit
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June 6, 2025 at 1:58 PM
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We can dream, can’t we?

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3 LA Kings dream trades that probably won't happen but would be game-changers
Entering his first offseason as general manager for the Los Angeles Kings, Ken Holland might want to make a big splash. The Kings are desperate to get past the
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June 1, 2025 at 2:14 PM
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The Kings could find the perfect eventual replacement for Drew Doughty this offseason

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Could the LA Kings trade for this player as the successor to Drew Doughty?
The LA Kings have plenty of questions with their defense this offseason and it starts with Vladislav Gavrikov, who is set to be a free agent in a little over a
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May 24, 2025 at 2:08 PM