LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Kings are 1-3-2 and have appeared to hit a wall after finishing second in the Pacific Division last season.
LA’s early-season schedule has featured steep competition, such as the Vegas Golden Knights, Colorado Avalanche and Carolina Hurricanes. The Kings took care of business against Vegas, but haven’t had the same luck against other foes.
The Kings’ 2025 offseason additions have been hit-or-miss. Whereas players like Cody Ceci have struggled to make impacts, others — like Brian Dumoulin — have been more reliable. Head coach Jim Hiller has not only witnessed significant roster changes, but has also dealt with detrimental injuries that have sidelined starting goaltender Darcy Kuemper and captain Anže Kopitar.
Talk of Troy’s Kings reporters — Kasey Kazliner and Jackson Smith — examined LA’s early woes on Skate of Thrones.