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The Los Angeles Kings joined the NHL as part of the league’s 1967 Expansion and were owned by Jack Kent Cooke, who also owned the LA Lakers. The Kings didn’t find consistent success until the 1970s and early 1980s when they were led by the Triple Crown Line, one of the most successful lines in NHL history. In 1988, the Kings sent shockwaves throughout the sports world when they traded for Wayne Gretzky, which eventually led to the team’s first Stanley Cup Final appearance in 1993 and helped hockey establish roots in California. Gretzky was eventually traded to the Blues in 1996, which set the franchise back. However, in the 2010s, they rebounded and won Stanley Cups in 2012 and 2014. 

Capitals Defeat Kings 3-1 and Retake First Place in the East
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Aliaksei Protas scored twice and Jakub Vrana netted the game-winner on the power play as the Washington Capitals (23-8-2) defeated the Los Angeles Kings 3-1. The Capitals retake first place in the Eastern Conference with 48 points, one point higher than the New Jersey Devils. As for the Kings, they end their seven-game road trip 3-2-2 with their next game being against the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday. Related: NHL Projected Lineups, Starting Goalies, Injuries, Updates Jakub Vrana and Kevin Fiala scored on each of their team’s only power plays in the game. Game Recap The opening 10 minutes of the…

LA Kings Game Notes: Force OT But Fall Short in 3-2 Loss to Predators
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The Los Angeles Kings have had a terrific few weeks and a successful road trip to date. This past stretch has solidified them as one of the best teams in the NHL. Heading into Nashville to take on the Predators you would think this would be a game where they would have no trouble securing a win. The hottest team in the league vs the team with the worst record in the league. That’s just not how the NHL works. There’s so much parity in this league that any team can win on any given night. Also, consider the fact…

Projected Lineups for Kings vs Capitals – 12/22/24
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The LA Kings take on the Washington Capitals today at Capital One Arena. Here are the projected/expected lineups sourced from NHL.com staff writers, independent correspondents, and others. KINGS (19-9-5) at CAPITALS (22-8-2) 5 p.m. ET; FDSNW, MNMT Kings projected lineup Alex Turcotte — Anze Kopitar — Adrian KempeKevin Fiala — Phillip Danault — Alex LaferriereWarren Foegele — Quinton Byfield — Tanner JeannotAkil Thomas — Samuel Helenius Mikey Anderson — Vladislav GavrikovJoel Edmundson — Brandt ClarkeJacob Moverare — Jordan SpenceKyle Burroughs David RittichDarcy Kuemper Scratched: Andreas Englund, Andre Lee Injured: Trevor Lewis (lower body), Drew Doughty (ankle), Trevor Moore (upper body) Status report Neither team will…

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What year were the Los Angeles Kings founded?

The Los Angeles Kings joined the NHL as part of the league’s 1967 Expansion.

When did the Los Angeles Kings play their first game?

The Kings played their first game on Oct. 14, 1967, against the Philadelphia Flyers, which they won 4-2.

Who is the current head coach of the Los Angeles Kings?

Jim Hiller is the current head coach of the Los Angeles Kings.