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Sharlette Shahbazyan

Born and raised in the city of Los Angeles, Sharlette Shahbazyan brings you in-depth coverage of the two-time Stanley Cup Champions, the Los Angeles Kings. With a passion for the physicality of the sport, follow Sharlette on Instagram (@sharshah_) and X (@shar__shah) as she brings fans closer to the game and for her unique takes.

D.J. Smith Can Be the Answer to the LA Kings’ Problems

Sharlette Shahbazyan | March 4, 2026

After a few seasons of treading water rather than diving toward a Stanley Cup, the LA Kings decided to pull the plug on head coach Jim Hiller on March 1.…

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Who Should Be the LA Kings Next Captain?

Sharlette Shahbazyan | February 24, 2026

The day Anze Kopitar hangs up his skates will be a bittersweet day in Los Angeles. For nearly two decades, the LA Kings’ leadership and guidance have started and ended…

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What It Will Take for the Kings to Win the Cup Again

Sharlette Shahbazyan | February 17, 2026

Let’s jump straight to the point: the Los Angeles Kings winning a third Stanley Cup feels like one of those debates that splits the passionate fanbase right down the middle. Half the…

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Kings Continue to Struggle With LA Not Being a Hockey City

Sharlette Shahbazyan | February 5, 2026

Early on, Los Angeles was considered a tough sell for hockey, but the Kings have become a household name after two Stanley Cup championships and the acquisition of Wayne Gretzky…

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LA Kings Are Facing an Identity Crisis

Sharlette Shahbazyan | January 29, 2026

The Los Angeles Kings’ 2025-26 season has felt less like a continuation of a long-term plan and more like an organization in the middle of an identity crisis. On paper,…

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Brandt Clarke Continues to Shine Amidst Kings’ Disappointing Season

Sharlette Shahbazyan | January 19, 2026

Brandt Clarke has been an invaluable asset to the Los Angeles Kings this season. Despite the team’s struggles, Clarke has consistently generated scoring chances to keep his team competitive. During…

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Jets Dominate Kings in 5-1 Win

Sharlette Shahbazyan | January 9, 2026

The Los Angeles Kings kicked off their weekend road trip to Canada on Friday with the first of two games, opening their visit in Winnipeg to face the Jets. It…

Categories Los Angeles Kings, NHL News, Winnipeg Jets

Kings Defeat Wild 5-4 in Shootout

Sharlette Shahbazyan | January 4, 2026

The Minnesota Wild landed in Southern California this week as they prepared for the second leg of a four-game West Coast showdown. The Wild continued their dominance, proving exactly why…

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Jim Hiller Isn’t the Kings’ Long-Term Answer for Head Coach

Sharlette Shahbazyan | December 31, 2025

It’s been a struggle for the Los Angeles Kings lately, and we all know the biggest hurdle: finally moving past Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. It’s been a…

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Marchment’s 2 Goals Lead Blue Jackets to 3-1 Victory Over Kings

Sharlette Shahbazyan | December 23, 2025

The energy at Crypto.com Arena was heavy tonight as the Columbus Blue Jackets (15-15-6) rolled into town to face the Los Angeles Kings (15-11-9). The headlines were already buzzing before…

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What’s Behind the Kings’ Inconsistent Play This Season?

Sharlette Shahbazyan | December 20, 2025

The Los Angeles Kings’ 2025-26 season is shaping up to be run-of-the-mill. The team has amassed 39 points in 34 games played. While the number doesn’t seem too shabby three…

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Armia’s 2 Goals Lead Kings to 4-2 Victory Over Mammoth

Sharlette Shahbazyan | December 9, 2025

The Los Angeles Kings (14-8-7) traveled to Salt Lake City to face off against the Utah Mammoth (14-14-3) on Monday night. Darcy Kuemper guarded his net while Czech native Karel…

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