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Mattias Ekholm needed help leaving the ice. Nick Suzuki out two to four weeks. The Penguins say Ben Kindel had collapsed on the plane due to a Vasovagal episode.
Mattias Ekholm needed help leaving the ice. Nick Suzuki out two to four weeks. The Penguins say Ben Kindel had collapsed on the plane due to a Vasovagal episode.
The Islanders fought back from a 2-0 deficit to force overtime against the Kings, but a late goal—set up by Adam Pelech—ended their night with a 4-3 loss. Darcy Kuemper’s strong net play and Semyon Varlamov’s shaky performance (including a penalty‑shot stop) kept the game close, securing only a regulation point and extending the Isles’ modest points streak while halting their two‑game win run. Highlights elsewhere: Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl each notch five points as the Oilers beat the defending champs, and Nick Suzuki misses his first game in 546 straight due to injury.
The LA Kings skated to their second consecutive victory, a 3-2 overtime win against the New York Islanders on Thursday evening at UBS Arena in Elmont, NY. The Kings opened the scoring just shy of six minutes into the game, as forward Artemi Panarin scored for the second straight game. Defenseman Brandt Clarke stepped up […] The post FINAL – Kings 3, Islanders 2 (OT) – Clarke, Panarin, Laviolette appeared first on LA Kings Insider .
The New York Islanders rallied from a 2-0 first‑period deficit to force overtime against the Los Angeles Kings at UBS Arena on Oct. 22, 2026. Victor Eklund broke Darcy Kuemper’s shutout with a power‑play goal and Matthew Schaefer tied the game with his first goal, matching Bobby Orr for second‑most teenage defenseman goals. Despite 42 shots, the Isles fell short as Brandt Clarke scored the OT winner for the Kings, final score 3‑2. The article notes the Isles’ solid recent run, injuries, and the impact of missing Mat Barzal in 3‑on‑3.
Los Angeles Kings 3, New York Islanders 2 FINAL – Overtime Game Preview WATCH: ESPN+ / Hulu LISTEN: 830 AM KLAA, ESPN LA App, LA Kings App SOG: LAK – 27 NYI – 42 PP: LAK – 0/2 NYI – 1/3 First Period 1. LAK – Artemi Panarin (5) – (Alex Laferriere, Brandt Clarke) – […] The post LIVE THREAD – Kings vs. Islanders, 10/22 appeared first on LA Kings Insider .
The New York Islanders host the Los Angeles Kings as veteran netminder Semyon Varlamov makes his first home start in years. The Isles have now lost five straight to the Kings, with their last victory coming on Dec. 9, 2023, when Lane Lambert was still head coach. Despite the losing streak, New York rides a recent upswing, having won two consecutive games and posting a 3‑0‑1 record in its last four. No major lineup changes are expected for this matchup.
The Kings visit the Islanders Thursday night at UBS Arena, with a surprise goaltending change for New York: veteran Semyon Varlamov replaces Ilya Sorokin. Los Angeles, fresh off a 5-2 win over Washington, looks to ride captain Drew Doughty’s chemistry boost after a 1‑4‑2 start, while New York rides a 4‑1‑0 home run despite missing center Mathew Barzal and other key forwards. Both teams grapple with injuries in the middle, and the matchup pits a depleted Kings offense (31st in scoring) against Varlamov’s solid 1.94 GAA and .905 save percentage. The game tips off at 7:30 p.m. ET on Disney+, ESPN+ and Hulu.
The third-highest paid defenseman on the Bruins, Zadorov was benched in last Saturday’s game against the Kings.
The Kings head to the Islanders on Oct. 22 seeking back‑to‑back wins after a road‑trip victory, but center Quinton Byfield remains day‑to‑day with an upper‑body injury, leaving Erik Haula as a placeholder. Artemi Panarin and Adrian Kempe each tallied three points in the last game, and goalie Darcy Kuemper appears to be returning to Vezina‑caliber form with a .930+ save percentage in recent starts. Coach Peter Laviolette is expected to stick with the top defensive duo Brandt Clarke‑Erik Gustafsson, while Cody Ceci is a likely scratch. The matchup, broadcast on ESPN+ at 4:30 p.m. PT, pits a 1‑4‑2 Kings against a 5‑4‑0 Islanders, and the Kings hold a perfect 9‑0‑1 record against New York dating back to Jan. 2022.
WHO: Los Angeles Kings (1-4-2) @ New York Islanders (5-3-1) WHAT: 2026-27 NHL Regular Season, Game 8/84 WHEN: Thursday, October 22 @ 4:30 PM Pacific WHERE: UBS Arena – Elmont, NY HOW TO FOLLOW: VIDEO: ESPN+ / Hulu – AUDIO: 830 AM KLAA, ESPN LA App, LA Kings App – TWITTER: @dooleylak & @lakings TODAY’S […] The post 10/22 Preview – “Gametime Decision” for Quinton Byfield + Potential Line Combinations, All Gus No Breaks, el-LEE-vation appeared first on LA Kings Insider .
Scott Mayfield's time in New York may be coming to an end. Drew Doughty will take a team-friendly deal to stay, and UPL is part of the Sabres future?
Scott Mayfield's time in New York may be coming to an end. Drew Doughty will take a team-friendly deal to stay, and UPL is part of the Sabres future?
Seth Jarvis could make his season debut tonight. Linus Ullmark needed help leaving the ice, and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins set to return.
Seth Jarvis could make his season debut tonight. Linus Ullmark needed help leaving the ice, and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins set to return.
Patrik Laine is on the verge of a new NHL deal, with the Los Angeles Kings emerging as the frontrunner. Reports confirm the Kings have spoken with Laine, eyeing him as a low‑cost power‑play boost after scoring just 17 goals in seven games. Laine, who left the Canadiens last season for health reasons and has ruled out a return to Montreal or Europe, boasts 224 career goals in 537 games. With three contract slots open but limited cap space, the Kings may need to move a player to LTIR to accommodate him. If signed, Laine could add 30‑plus goals for a struggling Kings squad.
Good to see Mats Zuccarello back in action with the Kings. It’s been a bumpy start in Los Angeles for the veteran winger, outside of his control. He sustained a shoulder injury just before training camp, which limited his practice participation during camp and he was the only veteran player to get just one exhibition […] The post Mats Zuccarello talks return, getting back up to speed + Byfield “day-to-day”, Kings recall Wright from Ontario appeared first on LA Kings Insider .
The third weekly LA Kings Prospect Tracker (through Oct. 20, 2026) highlights OHL defenseman Lucas Ambrosio’s rough stretch with Erie (0 points in two losses, but drops a fight with Kane Barch), Flint Firebirds captain Jimmy Lombardi’s 14 points in eight games (4‑2 win over Owen Sound, now on pace for a 100‑point season), and standout performances from Ryan Conmy, Kristian Epperson and Tobias Krestan’s first DEL points. OHL standouts also include Jan Chovan’s steady play for Sudbury, Adam Goljer’s assist for Kingston, QMJHL right‑wing Liam Lefebvre’s 5‑5 line in Cape Breton’s 4‑1 win, goalie Yegor Rybkin’s 6‑4 victory for Moncton, and Penticton’s Giorgos Pantelas picking up an assist despite a winless stretch.
Calgary Flames coach not on the hot seat, the Los Angeles Kings have some issues, and the Philadelphia Flyers have a logjam on the wings
Calgary Flames coach not on the hot seat, the Los Angeles Kings have some issues, and the Philadelphia Flyers have a logjam on the wings
The LA Kings are set to recall 23‑year‑old forward Jared Wright from the AHL Ontario side before Thursday’s road game against the New York Islanders. Wright, who has bounced between the Kings and the Reign all season and is waiver‑exempt, has appeared in just one NHL game this year after 23 games last season. The move follows Quinton Byfield’s early exit with an upper‑body injury in Washington, leaving him day‑to‑day per coach Peter Laviolette. Wright’s return gives the Kings a fresh option on the injury‑hit roster.
Feels nice to get one. When you’re up against it, the way that the Kings were coming into this roadtrip, I think the focus has to be at the top. While you can always argue fourth-line decisions, if the top players aren’t delivering, teams won’t win over an extended stretch. The Kings are without some […] The post Angeles Analysis – Game 7 appeared first on LA Kings Insider .
Logan Thompson did not join his Washington Capitals teammates for practice on Wednesday morning. Before the skate, the Capitals announced Thompson would not participate due to a lower-body injury he sustained Tuesday night against the Los Angeles Kings. Logan Thompson is day-to-day with a lower body injury, per the Capitals, and will not skate this morning. — Katie
It’s been nearly a year and a half since the Los Angeles Kings and general manager Rob Blake mutually agreed to part ways after the team’s fourth consecutive first-round playoff exit to the Edmonton Oilers. Although Blake is no longer with the organization, his decisions continue to shape the Kings’ current roster. His legacy includes drafting Quinton […] The post Rob Blake Tenure Continues To Shape the LA Kings Roster appeared first on The Lead .
Thompson looked to have been shaken up during Tuesday night’s game against the Kings.