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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. 

How Long is Rob Blake’s Leash as LA Kings’ General Manager?

1,270 games, 777 points, captain of the Los Angeles Kings, Stanley Cup, and Norris Trophy winner. Rob Blake is a legend in hockey and the Kings’ organization. His most recent and current position is as general manager, where he has been at the helm since April 10, 2017. Seven years later, he has taken the team through a full rebuild following their 2010s success. However, the team has yet to take that next step, and the question must be asked: how long of a leash will Kings ownership give Blake? Riding the Rebuild Following the success in the early 2010s,…

Today in Hockey History: March 26

Some of the greatest goaltenders to ever play the game had huge moments on this date, including a record that will likely never be broken. A hockey legend won his first and only scoring title and an American-born player scored 100 points for the first time in National Hockey League history. We have the THW time machine fired up, so let’s take our daily journey back through the decades. Tony Esposito Sets the Bar High Tony Esposito was one of the best goaltenders of his generation. During his Hall of Fame career, which spanned from 1968 to 1984, he won…

Today in Hockey History: March 23

This date in National Hockey League history is etched in stone as it gave us a new all-time leader in goals scored. One of the greatest rivalries in sports was amped up, a legend in the Windy City set a new record and a handful of goaltenders gave it their all. Let’s take our daily trip back in time to relive all the best moments from March 23. The Great One Becomes the Greatest Wayne Gretzky has held this date in his heart for 30 years. On March 23, 1994, he scored the 802nd goal of his incredible career, breaking…

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Kings FAQ

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.