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Kings look to get momentum back vs. Oilers in Game 4

The Los Angeles Kings saw their opportunity to push for a Stanley Cup playoff sweep of the Edmonton Oilers disappear in a flash. Even so, the Kings head into Sunday's Game 4 of their Western Conference first-round series in Edmonton holding the upper hand.

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RD1, Game 2: Reign Projected Lineup vs. Barracuda, Win and-or Go Home

In a best-of-three playoff series, life comes at you pretty quickly. And after dropping the opening contest at Crypto.com Arena, it’s do-or-die time for the Ontario Reign.

Los Angeles Kings News / Blade of Steel / April 26

Los Angeles Kings Head Coach Under Heavy Fire For Controversial Decision

Jim Hiller, the Los Angeles Kings head coach, is getting widely criticized for a costly decision in last night's game against the Edmonton Oilers. Yesterday, the Los Angeles Kings were in a position to take a 3-0 lead over the Oilers in the first round of the playoffs, but fell short and lost 7-4.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 26

Kings Make Game-Deciding Mistake, Give Oilers Life In Game 3 Loss

The Los Angeles Kings were 20 minutes away from pushing the Edmonton Oilers to the brink of elimination and taking a commanding 3-0 lead in a series they have largely dominated.

Leon Draisaitl News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

How many of the yearly leaders in NHL goals since the 1990-91 season can you name in five minutes?

The '60+ goals in an NHL season' quiz

The 'NHL players with multiple Hart Trophies' quiz

The 'NHL active points leaders' quiz

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 26

Special Teams Taking Centre Stage in Kings vs Oilers

Extra, extra, read all about it, we have an important Kings vs Oilers series update. That being that the special teams and depth scoring have powered the Los Angeles Kings to a 2–1 series lead over the Ednonton Oilers.

Los Angeles Kings News / Breakaway on SI / April 26

Controversial Challenge Costs Kings Series Momentum

Los Angeles Kings Head Coach Jim Hiller challenged the Edmonton Oilers' game-tying goal during their Game 3 meeting. The goal was a difficult one to gauge on the ice.

NHL News / LA Kings Insider / April 26

FINAL – Kings 4, Oilers 7 – Doughty, Anderson, Hiller

The LA Kings dropped their first game of the series, as they fell by a 7-4 final in Game 3 on Friday evening at Rogers Place in Edmonton. Edmonton opened the scoring inside the game’s first three minutes, with forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scoring his first goal of the series.

Kenny Connors News / Last Word On Sports / April 25

Featured Prospect of the Week: Kenny Connors

It’s getting to that time of the year as seasons conclude lets take a look at a featured prospect of the week. This week we are looking at the L.A Kings organization, and their 2022 4th rounder, UMass forward, Kenny Connors.

Liam Greentree News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 25

Kings assign Liam Greentree to AHL

The Los Angeles Kings have reassigned top prospect Liam Greentree to the AHL after the end of his OHL season. Greentree ranked third in OHL scoring this season with a dazzling 49 goals and 119 points in 64 games.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / April 25

NHL Predictions (Playoffs Edition): Los Angeles Kings vs Edmonton Oilers Game 3

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions (Playoffs Edition). Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis.

Los Angeles Kings News / Breakaway on SI / April 24

Kings Have New Game-Day Tradition With Viral National Anthem

The Los Angeles Kings have found themselves in an unlikely position, up 2-0 over the Edmonton Oilers in their opening-round playoff series. The 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs is the fourth straight year the Kings have opened the playoffs against the Oilers, but this is the first time they’ve gone up 2-0 in the series.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 24

Kings Obliterate Oilers 6-2 to Take 2-0 Series Lead

These two teams have gone at it in the first round for four years straight, but not once has either team taken a 2-0 series lead. The Los Angeles Kings changed that on Wednesday night at Crypto.com Arena, defending home ice and delivering a 6-2 beatdown of the Edmonton Oilers.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 24

Kings take two-game lead on Oilers after 6-2 victory

Adrian Kempe scored twice in a four-point game and Anze Kopitar collected one goal and three assists to lead the host Los Angeles Kings to a 6-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers.

Which players have the most points in NHL postseason history?

The 'NHL's active points leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Kings News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NHL's active points leaders' quiz

How many of the active NHL players with at least 800 career points can you name in five minutes?

Drew Doughty News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 22

Kings news: Drew Doughty delivers blunt take after incredible win over Oilers

The Los Angeles Kings faced early trouble when star defenseman and future Hall of Famer Drew Doughty went down with an ankle injury in the preseason. Despite missing one of their top anchors, the Kings powered through the regular season, racking up wins and locking down the No.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / April 22

Oilers, Kings Make Stanley Cup Playoff History in Epic Failed Comeback

The first game between the Los Angeles Kings and the Edmonton Oilers delivered historic moments on both sides in a back-and-forth thriller that ended with a 6–5 Kings victory on Monday.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 22

Kings blow 4-goal lead, edge Oilers in last minute

Phillip Danault scored his second goal of the game with 41.1 seconds remaining in regulation to give the host Los Angeles Kings a wild 6-5 victory over the Edmonton Oilers in their Stanley Cup playoff opener Monday night.

Drew Doughty News / Daily Faceoff / April 21

Drew Doughty could be the Kings’ playoff X-factor

Things weren’t looking so good for the Los Angeles Kings when top defender and future Hockey Hall of Fame defenseman Drew Doughty suffered an ankle injury in the preseason, keeping him on the sidelines.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / April 21

LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 4/14

A week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings prospect update. Liam Greentree highlighted the prospect update for the final time this season with a sensational performance to open the week.

Matthew Schaefer News / Daily Faceoff / April 21

2025 NHL Draft Rankings: Schaefer, Misa lead top 75 before U-18 World Championship

One of the most important scouting events on the calendar is just around the corner. The IIHF U-18 World Hockey Championship kicks off in Texas on April 23, with 10 teams fighting it out in front of stands full of NHL scouts.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 20

Kings, Oilers clash in familiar first round matchup

For the fourth consecutive year, the Los Angeles Kings will face the Edmonton Oilers in a Western Conference first-round series of the Stanley Cup playoffs.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 17

Kings recall Taylor Ward on emergency basis

There will now be two Taylor Wards in the Los Angeles area. The Kings announced they’ve recalled Ward from their AHL affiliate, the Ontario Reign, on an emergency basis and reassigned defenseman Caleb Jones in a corresponding roster move.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / April 15

Oilers' Darnell Nurse to receive hearing from NHL DoPS

Nurse was issued a major penalty and a game misconduct for cross-checking Quinton Byfield in Monday’s game between the Oilers and Los Angeles Kings.

Instant Reaction: Kings hammer undermanned Oilers 5-0 to clinch home-ice advantage

Breaking the ice: The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

The 'NHL active points leaders' quiz

Jared Wright News / Daily Faceoff / April 14

Kings sign Jared Wright to entry-level contract

The Los Angeles Kings announced Monday that the club has signed right winger Jared Wright to a two-year, entry-level contract set to begin in the upcoming season.

Quinton Byfield News / NHL Trade Talk / April 8

NHL Reacts to Quinton Byfield Scoring Potential GOTY for Kings

Los Angeles Kings forward Quinton Byfield turned heads on Monday night with an absolutely sensational goal, scoring what many are already calling a “Goal of the Year” candidate.