EL SEGUNDO, CA — It is certainly no secret that a major factor in the Los Angeles Kings being 29th in the 31-team National Hockey League’s overall standings, besides the fact that they are in the midst of rebuilding their roster, is because they are the worst team in the league on the road (2-12-1).... Continue Reading →
Much More Is Needed, Expected From LA Kings’ Leaders, Top Players
AUDIO: Includes audio of interviews with Drew Doughty, Kyle Clifford and head coach Darryl Sutter. EL SEGUNDO, CA — On Wednesday morning, extending slightly into the afternoon hours, the Los Angeles Kings held a high-energy, intense practice as they look to avoid starting the season 0-4, which would set a new team record. Although one... Continue Reading →
LA Kings Dean Lombardi On Tanner Pearson, The Best Way To Improve and…Sleeping?
AUDIO: Includes audio of the media conference call with Dean Lombardi on February 25. EL SEGUNDO, CA — When Los Angeles Kings President/General Manager Dean Lombardi speaks to the media, if he has the time, he’ll provide chapter and verse about his actions, his plans, and just about anything else under the sun related to... Continue Reading →
LA Kings Kyle Clifford Signed To 5-Year Contract Extension
AUDIO: Also includes audio of the media interview with Kyle Clifford, who talked about signing a five-year contract extension. EL SEGUNDO, CA — On February 25, the Los Angeles Kings signed left wing Kyle Clifford to a five-year contract extension. As reported at virtually the same time by Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet and Bob McKenzie... Continue Reading →
LA Kings Tip A King 2015 – In Photos
LOS ANGELES — Although the Los Angeles Kings disappointed their fans in a 7-6 overtime loss to the Nashville Predators earlier in the afternoon on January 3, the mood was still rather festive at Tip A King 2015, held at the LA Live event deck hours later. Tip A King is an annual event held... Continue Reading →
LA Kings 2014 Training Camp: Quick Limited, But Skating; Greene Focused On Redemption
EL SEGUNDO, CA — On September 19, the first day on the ice during their 2014 training camp, the Los Angeles Kings were missing one notable player and had several others operating at less than 100 percent. Missing in action from the morning session was defenseman Drew Doughty, who suffered an upper body injury during... Continue Reading →
Frozen Royalty Video: Interviews With Clifford, Toffoli, Vey After November 22 Morning Skate
EL SEGUNDO, CA — The Los Angeles Kings game day morning skate on November 23 was an optional one, but most players skated anyway, in preparation for their game tonight against the Colorado Avalanche (7:30 PM PST at Staples Center; televised on Fox Sports West). Frozen Royalty recorded video interviews after the skate with forwards... Continue Reading →
Frozen Royalty Video: LA Kings Darryl Sutter On Matt Frattin, Jeff Carter, Tyler Toffoli
EL SEGUNDO, CA — Los Angeles Kings head coach Darryl Sutter talked about the injury status of forwards Jeff Carter and Kyle Clifford, along with his thoughts on the recent play of winger Matt Frattin during his post-practice chat with the local media on November 22. Sutter also talked about the play of young forwards... Continue Reading →
Could Forward Prospect Andy Andreoff Find Himself With The LA Kings In 2013-14?
EL SEGUNDO, CA — Due to the salary cap dropping by $6 million for the 2013-14 season, the Los Angeles Kings have already undergone some expected roster changes. Indeed, veteran defenseman Rob Scuderi signed as an unrestricted free agent with the Pittsburgh Penguins, returning to the team he won his first Stanley Cup with. Forwards... Continue Reading →
LA Kings Sign LW Kyle Clifford To 2-Year Deal
EL SEGUNDO, CA — On August 2, the Los Angeles Kings signed left wing Kyle Clifford to a two-year contract valued at $2.15 million, with an annual salary cap hit of $1.075 million. Clifford, 22, scored seven goals and added seven assists for 14 points, with a +1 plus/minus rating and 51 penalty minutes in... Continue Reading →
LA Kings Losing Scuderi, Richardson Shouldn’t Come As A Surprise
UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENCY - DAY 1: After bidding farewell to Rob Scuderi and Brad Richardson, the Los Angeles Kings welcomed defenseman Jeff Schultz to the team, signing him to a one-year deal on Day 1 of unrestricted free agency. LOS ANGELES — Day 1 of the feeding frenzy in the National Hockey League, otherwise known... Continue Reading →
2013 NHL Draft Will Be A Bigger Crapshoot Than Usual For The Los Angeles Kings
LOS ANGELES — On June 30, the brain trusts of all thirty National Hockey League teams will gather in Newark, New Jersey to help determine the future of the league at the 2013 NHL Draft, where hockey’s best and brightest young prospects will be on the edge of their seats—along with their families—waiting for their... Continue Reading →