s Elliott: Laguna Hills' Annie Pankowski relishes another shot at making U.S. Olympic hockey team By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 23:58:48 -0500 Annie Pankowski came close to the making the U.S. women's hockey team for the last two Olympics. She's hoping the third time is the charm. Full Article
s Kings pay tribute to Kobe Bryant at Staples Center: 'It's going to sting for a while' By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Jan 2020 02:13:55 -0500 The Kings let the Tampa Bay Lightning come back for a 4-2 win on the night Kobe Bryant is remembered. Full Article
s Elliott: John Gibson honors Kobe Bryant and lives lost in helicopter crash with special mask By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 1 Feb 2020 16:27:28 -0500 Anaheim Ducks goalie John Gibson pays tribute to Kobe Bryant and the others lost in Calabasas helicopter crash with a specially designed mask. Full Article
s Elliott: Kings need to find out who's in and who's out By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 2 Feb 2020 02:19:13 -0500 The Kings are transitioning from their veteran Stanley Cup-winning teams to a faster group whose young players must take scoring and leadership roles. Full Article
s Elliott: USA Hockey's Lamoureux twins balance elite competition with motherhood By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 4 Feb 2020 20:15:04 -0500 Twins Monique and Jocelyne Lamoureux are among the first players to take advantage of the maternity and child-care provisions in their new labor agreement with USA Hockey. Full Article
s Kings trade Kyle Clifford and Jack Campbell to Maple Leafs By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 6 Feb 2020 00:24:18 -0500 The Kings traded forward Klye Clifford and backup goalie Jack Campbell to the Toronto Maple Leafs for forward Trevor Moore and draft picks. Full Article
s Kings general manager Rob Blake knows he has more moves to make By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 6 Feb 2020 18:07:35 -0500 After trading Kyle Clifford and Jack Campbell to Toronto, Kings general manager Rob Blake knows he has more work to do with his last-place roster Full Article
s Elliott: For U.S. women's hockey team, promoting the game is never-ending job By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 7 Feb 2020 23:36:18 -0500 The U.S. and Canadian women's national hockey teams finish their Rivalry Series on Saturday at Honda Center in another chance to showcase their sport. Full Article
s Elliott: Rob Blake should have realized Kings needed an overhaul years ago By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 8 Feb 2020 16:48:18 -0500 Kings GM Rob Blake said the roster needed to be reshaped after he traded Kyle Clifford and Jack Campbell to Toronto. He should have known long ago. Full Article
s Cal Petersen gets his feet wet in Kings' loss, offers reason for optimism By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 8 Feb 2020 23:12:58 -0500 Cal Petersen made his Kings season debut in a 3-0 road loss to the Devils and had 31 saves. With Jack Campbell traded, he will get more chances. Full Article
s Elliott: Hockey is the big winner as U.S. women beat Canada before record crowd in Anaheim By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 9 Feb 2020 02:02:16 -0500 The U.S. women's hockey team ended its rivalry series with Canada with a 4-3 overtime victory in front of a record crowd of 13,320 at Honda Center. Full Article
s Ducks game postponed after Blues' Jay Bouwmeester suffers cardiac episode By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Feb 2020 01:38:05 -0500 Play was suspended during the Ducks-Blues game on Tuesday at Honda Center after St. Louis defenseman Jay Bouwmeester collapsed on the bench during the first period. Full Article
s Kings snap losing streak with victory over Flames By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Feb 2020 01:45:39 -0500 The Kings' weeks-long scoring struggles finally subsided, as 12 players got on the scoresheet in a 5-3 victory over the Calgary Flames that ended the team's losing streak at five games. Full Article
s Kings showed this fan they had a lot of bite By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Feb 2020 12:54:57 -0500 For one night, the hapless Kings show it's not the size of the dog in the fight, but the size of the fight in the dog that matters. Full Article
s Ducks get routed by Flames 6-0 By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Feb 2020 00:48:10 -0500 Mikael Backlund and Mark Jankowski scored two goals apiece, and Cam Talbot made 44 saves for his 21st career shutout in the Flames' 6-0 victory over the Ducks on Thursday night. Full Article
s Novelty of outdoor games does not wear thin with Kings By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Feb 2020 22:04:11 -0500 The three previous outdoor games the Kings have participated in ahead of Saturday's showdown with the Avalanche continue to be a big part of the team's history. Full Article
s NHL observations: Poised reaction by Ducks medical personnel saved Jay Bouwmeester's life By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 15 Feb 2020 15:14:16 -0500 Blues defenseman Jay Bouwmeester went into cardiac arrest during a game against the Ducks on Tuesday. Ducks medical personnel helped save his life. Full Article
s Frustrated Kings fans keep perspective: 'We saw some really cool stuff happen' By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 17 Feb 2020 13:37:07 -0500 Kings fans gathered in L.A. to watch the team's Stadium Series game against the Colorado Avalanche. It's been rough lately but they recall better years. Full Article
s Kings trade Tyler Toffoli to Canucks for two players and two draft picks By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 00:29:11 -0500 Tyler Toffoli, who scored a hat trick in his last game with the Kings on Saturday, was traded to the Vancouver Canucks on Monday. Full Article
s Kings reportedly are trading defenseman Alec Martinez to the Vegas Golden Knights By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Feb 2020 18:06:25 -0500 Alec Martinez won two Stanley Cups with the Kings over 11 seasons. Now, he's set to be moved to the Vegas Golden Knights for two draft picks. Full Article
s Kings trade Alec Martinez to Golden Knights for more draft picks By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Feb 2020 17:18:05 -0500 Alec Martinez, who scored the goal that won the Stanley Cup for the Kings in 2014, is sent to Vegas for two second-round draft picks. Full Article
s Gabriel Vilardi gets two points in debut, Kings score five goals in win over Panthers By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Feb 2020 18:40:02 -0500 Fresh faces, including top prospect Gabriel Vilardi making his debut, replaced familiar ones in the Kings' locker room before a game against Florida. Full Article
s Ducks trade Ondrej Kase to Boston for David Backes, a first-round pick By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 22:02:14 -0500 The Ducks dealt forward Ondrej Kase to the Boston Bruins in exchange for forward David Backes, prospect Axel Andersson and a 2020 first-round pick. Full Article
s 'Miracle' revived the memory and glory of the 1980 U.S. hockey team's triumph By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Feb 2020 20:13:10 -0500 The 2004 film 'Miracle' didn't follow the script when it came to most hockey movies. It provided a dramatic retelling of one of the greatest Olympic moments. Full Article
s Kings re-sign forward Martin Frk to a two-year contract extension By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Feb 2020 02:22:04 -0500 Kings forward Martin Frk signs a two-year contract with the team as he continues to cement his place on the roster. Full Article
s NHL observations: Kings and Ducks among teams getting early jump on trade deadline By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 22 Feb 2020 17:13:24 -0500 Tyler Toffoli, Alec Martinez and Kyle Clifford, who all won two Stanley Cups with the Kings, and Ondrej Kase from the Ducks were among veterans traded. Full Article
s Elliott: Forty years later, 'Miracle on Ice' still has a lot of meaning to players and fans By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Feb 2020 00:15:26 -0500 The 1980 U.S Olympic hockey team gathered in Las Vegas to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the 'Miracle on Ice,' and the stories remained riveting. Full Article
s Kings hope newly acquired prospect Tyler Madden continues to surpass expectations By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 23 Feb 2020 16:00:41 -0500 Tyler Madden is the newest potential piece of the Kings' future, the biggest prospect they acquired in the trades leading up to the NHL deadline. Full Article
s Elliott: Kings and Ducks made lower-tier moves mostly aimed toward future at trade deadline By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 23:57:04 -0500 The Ducks won the distinction of making the most deals in the final hours before Monday's NHL trade deadline while the Kings only made one trade. Full Article
s Unmasking the artist behind John Gibson's tribute to Kobe Bryant By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 10:00:43 -0500 When Kobe Bryant died in a helicopter crash, Ducks goalie John Gibson wanted to honor the Lakers legend with his mask. He knew just who to contact. Full Article
s Kings hope full commitment to rebuild leads to another contending team By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 16:48:51 -0500 Eight trades, two negated contracts, and one coaching change later, the first phase of the Kings' rebuilding process is complete. Full Article
s Elliott: Blake Bolden continues her pioneering role in hockey as scout for Kings By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 26 Feb 2020 21:38:23 -0500 Blake Bolden was hired recently by the Kings as a scout. She is believed to be the the first black female professional scout in the NHL. Full Article
s Kings check all boxes in win over Penguins By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 02:07:51 -0500 The Kings look dominant in the 2-1 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Full Article
s Kings are as synonymous with South Bay as the aviation industry and the beach By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 29 Feb 2020 15:21:29 -0500 The Los Angeles Kings have made their home away from Staples Center in the South Bay, an aviation industry hub with an established hockey 'bubble.' Full Article
s NHL observations: David Ayres achieves the dream thanks to one of hockey's quirks By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 29 Feb 2020 16:45:24 -0500 David Ayres' meteoric rise into the sports limelight shows how unusual hockey's backup goalie procedures work in today's billion-dollar sports. Full Article
s NHL general managers decide to keep emergency goalie rules the same By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 2 Mar 2020 15:20:40 -0500 After a "lot of discussions," NHL general managers have decided to not to make any changes regarding the deployment of emergency goaltenders in games. Full Article
s Ex-Kings assistant Dusty Imoo recalls sudden alarm, rush to leave China as coronavirus broke out By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 5 Mar 2020 17:41:25 -0500 Dusty Imoo, former goalie development coach for the Kings, took a job in Beijing this season and got a close look at how the coronavirus affected China. Full Article
s Elliott: Kings see their past and present collide against Maple Leafs By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 6 Mar 2020 01:40:04 -0500 The Kings' rebuilding phase is underway and includes some former-player reunions like Saturday, when two generations of Kings players were on display Full Article
s NHL recommends players limit contact with fans over coronavirus concerns By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 6 Mar 2020 18:28:25 -0500 The NHL has sent a memo to teams advising them to tell players to limit close interaction with fans in response to concerns about the coronavirus. Full Article
s Elliott: Sled hockey helps teenage double amputee thrive: 'I'm in the best place possible' By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 7 Mar 2020 09:00:28 -0500 Lera Doederlein has overcome her physical limitations to become a member of the U.S. women's national development sled hockey team and this season's 21st Duck. Full Article
s Women's hockey world championships canceled because of coronavirus outbreak By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 7 Mar 2020 14:19:30 -0500 The IIHF announces it is canceling this year's women's hockey championships in Canada because of the coronavirus outbreak. Full Article
s Elliott: Coronavirus starting to have major impact on hockey world By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 7 Mar 2020 20:26:50 -0500 The spread of coronavirus has forced the cancellation of a major hockey tournament and has pushed the NHL toward the brink of change. Full Article
s U.S. women's hockey players look for stability in starting their own league By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 8 Mar 2020 06:00:02 -0400 Nearly 50 years after Congress passed Title IX, female athletes are still scrambling for a fair shot in the male-dominated world of sport. In hockey, top Americans and Canadians train with their national teams part-time; the rest of the season, they have only a small pro league that offers twice-a-week practices, weekend games and thin salaries. Full Article
s 'Nothing is making me quit': How Cammi Granato earned her top spot in hockey By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 9 Mar 2020 06:00:05 -0400 A clever forward with a great scoring touch, Granato played in the first women's world championships in 1990 and was the captain of the champion 1998 U.S. team in the first women's Olympic hockey tournament. Full Article
s Coronavirus: Fans are still allowed at many sporting events. But are they showing up? By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2020 14:02:45 -0400 Is the coronavirus outbreak keeping local fans from attending Lakers, Clippers and other professional teams' games? Seems like it depends on the team. Full Article
s Columbus Blue Jackets to play games without fans present By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2020 18:50:35 -0400 Columbus became the first NHL team to say it will play in an empty arena, announcing on Wednesday that it will abide by a mandate from the state of Ohio. Full Article
s As leagues and teams begin to shut door on fans because of coronavirus, will NHL follow? By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2020 19:44:02 -0400 As the coronavirus outbreak has worsened in the past week, sporting events and teams such as San Jose Sharks and Columbus Blue Jackets have started to shutter their doors to the general public. Full Article
s Kings agree to terms with former first-round pick Alex Turcotte By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2020 20:30:50 -0400 The Kings locked up a cornerstone piece of their future Wednesday by agreeing to terms with former first-round draft pick Alex Turcotte on a three-year entry level contract. Full Article
s San Jose Sharks to play games without fans By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Mar 2020 20:44:35 -0400 The San Jose Sharks will play their next three home games at SAP Center as scheduled, but those games will be closed to the general public. Full Article
s NHL suspending its season indefinitely over coronavirus pandemic By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Mar 2020 15:12:03 -0400 The NHL decided to suspend its season Thursday over the growing concern of the coronavirus. The decision came a day after the NBA suspended its season. Full Article