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The Top 10 Questions Facing the LA Kings in the 2025-26 season.

Will the pending FA sign extensions?

Will the Kings get the same goaltending as last season?

Will Drew Doughty rebound from his injury last season?

What will the D Corps minutes distribution be?

Will Top 9 F chemistry continue?

Will then new 4th line be trusted and contribute?

How will the Special Teams perform?

Will anyone besides Kopitar wear the "C" this season?

What happens in the rest of t...

Russell Morgan (Hockey Royalty) joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week and recap the thirteenth week of the 2025-26 season. The Kings went 1-2-0 over the week but capped it off with a 5-4 Shootout win over the Minnesota Wild. The pair also discuss the difficulty evaluating a team in the midst of a unique season for the entire league.

LA Kings prospect Jimmy Lombardi joins Host Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley. Lombardi signed an Entry Level Contract on December 22nd. Lombardi is currently an alternate captain for the first place Flint Firebirds.

Carrlyn Bathe joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week and recap the twelfth week of the 2025-26 season. The Kings went 1-2-0 over the week but capped it off with an impressive 6-1 win over the Anaheim Ducks. The pair also discuss the particulars of goaltenders returning from injury.

Carter George (Team Canada) joins host Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley to discuss the World Juniors Championship. George also talks about the past year of his hockey career that saw him play in multiple leagues and tournaments.

Zach Dooley joins host Jesse Cohen to react to the trade of Phil Danault. The pair attended the media availability with GM Ken Holland and comment on Danault's time in LA, the impact of the trade and the comments made by Holland to the media.

LA Kings forward Adrian Kempe joins Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley. The swedish forward talks about his new contract, the decision to stay in LA and about his time as a member of the LA Kings. Kempe currently leads the team in scoring with 28 points in 33 games.

The Bannermen join host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week and recap the tenth week of the 2025-26 season. The trio discuss the team's 1-0-2 week against Utah, Seattle and Calgary.

Former LA Kings forward Tony Granato joins host Jesse Cohen to talk about his time in a Kings jersey and his upcoming games as a Kings broadcaster. Granato played in 380 regular season games for the LA Kings from 1990 to 1996 and was a crucial part of the Kings team that reached the Stanley Cup Final in 1993. Granato was inducred into the US Hockey Hall of Fame in 2020.

Dave Pagnotta (The Fourth Period) joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week and recap the ninth week of the 2025-26 season. The pair discuss the team's 1-2 week against Washington and Chicago. After crowning a King of the Week Dave discusses the national perception of the LA Kings in a season where few teams have separated themselves from the pack.

Taylor Paerels joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week and recap the eight week of the 2024-25 season. The pair discuss the team's 2-0-1 week against Ottawa, Anaheim and Vancouver. The team finds itself tied for first place after securing five of a potential six points.

The Top 10 Questions Facing the LA Kings in the 2025-26 season.

Will the pending FA sign extensions?

Will the Kings get the same goaltending as last season?

Will Drew Doughty rebound from his injury last season?

What will the D Corps minutes distribution be?

Will Top 9 F chemistry continue?

Will then new 4th line be trusted and contribute?

How will the Special Teams perform?

Will anyone besides Kopitar wear the "C" this season?

What happens in the rest of the Pacific?<...

Austin Stanovich joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week and recap the seventh week of the 2024-25 season. The pair discuss the team's 0-1-2 week against Washington, San Jose and Boston.

Jared Shafran and Paige Capistran join host Jesse Cohen to discuss the return of Marco Sturm to LA. Sturm previously served as the head coach of the Ontario Reign and assistant coach of the LA Kings and is currently the head coach of the Boston Bruins. Capistran also provides updates on the Reign and some of the Kings prospects that are off to hot starts in Ontario.

Zach Dooley joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss the contract extension for Adrian Kempe. The Swedish forward signed an eight year contract extension that will begin in the 2026-27 season. Then Dennis Bernstein (The Fourth Period) joins the program to help crown a King of the Week and recap the teams road wins against Montreal, Toronto and Ottawa.

LA Kings broadcaster Josh Schaefer joins host Jesse Cohen from the road to talk about calling a game during a World Series game, the start to the Kings road trip and the challenges of traveling with the team.

Austin Stanovich (MayorsManor) joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week and recap the fifth week of the 2024-25 season. The pair discuss the team's 2-1-0 week against Winnipeg, Florida and Pittsburgh. The Kings shutout the Jets, lost to the Panthers and then stole a win in the opening game of their six game road trip.

Former LA Kings and current NHL broadcaster Ray Ferraro joins host Jesse Cohen to talk about his playing career, his time with the Kings and his current role as hockey broadcaster.

Dan Greenspan (NHL) joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week and recap the fourth week of the 2024-25 season. The pair discuss the team's 1-1-1 week against San Jose, Detroit and New Jersey. The Kings returned home from a successful five game road trip but remain winless at home so far.

Zach Dooley joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss the LA Kings recent road trip. The Kings went 4-0-1 on the 5 game road trip with wins against St. Louis, Dallas, Chicago and San Jose. The pair discuss the impact of Corey Perry, Joel Armia and the tremendous start of Adrian Kempe.

Eric Stephens (The Athletic) joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week and recap the third week of the 2024-25 season. The pair discuss the team's 3-0-1 week against St. Louis, Dallas, Nashville and Chicago. The Kings have secured seven points out of a possible eight in the first four games of their five game road trip.

Cam McGuire is the new voice of the Ontario Reign. McGuire joins the Reign after spending three seasons as Director of Broadcasting and Media/Community Relations with the ECHL’s Idaho Steelheads. The Ridgefield, CT native joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss his path through the hockey world and how he became a two time ECHL Media/PR Director of the Year winner and the 2022 ECHL Broadcaster of the Year.

LA Kings broadcaster John Kelly joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week and recap the second week of the 2024-25 season. The pair discuss the team's 0-1-2 week against Minnesota, Pittsburgh and Carolina.

Darren Granger (Head Equipment Manager) joins host Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley to discuss the new Kings locker room at Crypto Arena and the Kings new 3rd jerseys. The new jerseys debuted on opening night against the Avalanche. The new locker room and vestibule were part of the final round of renovations at the arena.

John Hoven (Mayor's Manor) joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week. The pair discuss the team's 1-2 start, the news of defensive pair shuffling at practice and some other points of interest over the first three games.

Brandt Clarke joins host Jesse Cohen for a conversation about his game, the Kings season and more.

The Top 10 Questions Facing the LA Kings in the 2025-26 season.

Will the pending FA sign extensions?

Will the Kings get the same goaltending as last season?

Will Drew Doughty rebound from his injury last season?

What will the D Corps minutes distribution be?

Will Top 9 F chemistry continue?

Will then new 4th line be trusted and contribute?

How will the Special Teams perform?

Will anyone besides Kopitar wear the "C" this season?

What happens in the rest of the Pacific?<...

Zach Dooley joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss the first week of LA Kings training camp, Anze Kopitar's retirement and the Empire Classic.

It's the start of a new season of All The Kings Men. Zach Dooley joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss the biggest storylines for the LA Kings heading into training camp for the 2025-26 season. Camp opens on Thursday in El Segundo with a lots of questions needing to be answered.

The LA Kings selected Brendan McMorrow (196th) and Will Sharpe (216th) in the 7th round of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. Brett Olson, Associate Head Coach of the Waterloo Black Hawks, joins host Jesse Cohen to talk about Brendan McMorrow's time in Iowa. Then Mark Yannetti (Director of Amateur Scouting for the LA Kings),Zach Dooley and Scott Wheeler join the program to discuss both McMorrow and Sharpe.

The LA Kings selected Slovakian forward Ján Chovan with the 184th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. Finnish hockey enthusiast Andrew Epps joins the program to talk about Chovan's development path from Slovakia through Finnish junior hockey. Then Mark Yannetti (Director of Amateur Scouting for the LA Kings) and Zach Dooley join the program to discuss the Kings scouting process and the decision for Chovan to play in the CHL. Finally Scott Wheeler (The Athletic) brings an outsiders view of Chovan and shares his evaluation of the young forward.

The LA Kings selected Finnish goaltender Petteri Rimpinen with the 152nd overall pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. Finnish hockey enthusiast Andrew Epps joins the program to talk about Rimpinen's development path through Finnish hockey. Then Mark Yannetti (Director of Amateur Scouting for the LA Kings) and Zach Dooley join the program to discuss the Kings scouting process and the decision to add Rimpinen to an already stocked goalie prospect pool. Finally Scott Wheeler (The Athletic) brings an outsiders view of Rimpinen and shares his evaluation of the young goaltender.

The LA Kings selected forward Jimmy Lombardi with the 125th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. Paul Flache, Head Coach of the Flint Firebirds joins the program to talk about Lombardi's strengths on and off the ice. Then Mark Yannetti (Director of Amateur Scouting for the LA Kings) and Zach Dooley join the program to discuss the Kings scouting process of Lombardi. Finally Scott Wheeler (The Athletic) brings an outsiders view of Lombardi and shares his evaluation of the cerebral forward.

LA Kings goaltending scout Matt Millar joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss the Kings decision to sign goaltender Anton Forsberg. Forsberg played for the Ottawa Senators since the 2020-21 season and has appeared in 190 NHL games. He signed a two year contract with the Kings on July 1st.

The LA Kings selected defenseman Caeden Herrington with the 120th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. Rocky Russo, Head Coach of the Lincoln Stars joins the program to talk about Herrington's strengths on and off the ice. Then Mark Yannetti (Director of Amateur Scouting for the LA Kings) and Zach Dooley join the program to discuss the Kings scouting process of Herrington. Finally Scott Wheeler (The Athletic) brings an outsiders view of Herrington and shares his evaluation of the right shooting defender.

The LA Kings have signed forward Joel Armia to a two year contract. Rick Stephens (Rocket Sports) joins host Jesse Cohen to talk about Armia's time in Montreal and what the former Canadien can bring to the Kings lineup in the coming season.

The LA Kings selected forward Kristian Epperson with the 88th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. Mark Yannetti (Director of Amateur Scouting) kicks off the episode by talking to host Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley about the strengths and weaknesses of the Wisconsin native. After that, Scott Wheeler (The Athletic) brings an outsiders view of Epperson and shares his evaluation of the young forward.

The LA Kings selected forward Vojtěch Čihař with the 59th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. Mark Yannetti (Director of Amateur Scouting) kicks off the episode by talking to host Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley about the strengths and weaknesses of the Czech forward. After that, Scott Wheeler (The Athletic) brings an outsiders view of Čihař and shares his evaluation of the young forward. Finally Amateur Scout Petr Jelinek joins the program to share his perspective. Jelinek recently joined the LA Kings as a scout after playing professional hockey in Czechia for well over a decade.

The LA Kings have signed forward Corey Perry to a one year contract. Reid Wilkins (The Reid Wilkins Show, Edmonton Sports Talk) joins host Jesse Cohen to talk about Perry's time in Edmonton and what the former Duck can bring to the Kings lineup in the coming season. Then The Royal Half joins the program to talk about the complicated feelings caused by the signing.

Andrew Lord was recently named the newest Head Coach of the Ontario Reign. The former ECHL Coach of the Year (2024) joined host Jesse Cohen and Reign analyst Paige Capistran to discuss his new responsibilities with Ontario, his coaching philosophies and what Reign and Kings fans can expect from his tenure behind the bench in the AHL.

The LA Kings selected defenseman Henry Brzustewicz with the 31st overall pick in the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. Brzustewicz and Jared Wooley sat down with host Jesse Cohen during Development Camp to talk about their friendship and careers playing with the London Knights. After that Rob Simpson (Associate GM of the London Knights) joins the program to talk about the Brzustewicz's strengths as a member of the Memorial Cup winning Knights team. Then Mark Yannetti (Director of Amateur Scouting for the LA Kings) and Zach Dooley join the program to discuss the Kings scouting process of Brzustewicz and the trade down...

Mark Yannetti (Director of Amateur Scouting) joins host Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley to talk about the recently completed NHL Entry Draft. Yannetti talks about the teams strategy at the draft, the influence of analytics on drafting and so much more.

Liam Greentree joins host Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley for a conversation about his season in Windsor, his future with the Kings and another LA Kings Development Camp. Then John Hoven (Mayor's Manor) joins the program to go over the biggest changes in the next collective bargaining agreement that takes effect in the summer of 2026.

Hampton and Grant Slukynsky joined Jesse Cohen during Development Camp to discuss their path from Minnesota to Los Angeles. Then Zach Dooley joins the program to recap the NHL Entry Draft, the 9 players selected by the LA Kings and to discuss the start of Development Camp.

The President of Content and Events for the NHL, Steve Mayer, joined host Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley. The trio discussed the complications of planning the first ever decentralized NHL Entry Draft. The Draft will take place in LA and tickets are on sale now.

Director of Amateur Scouting Mark Yannetti joins Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley in advance of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. Yannetti discusses the challenges of preparing for a decentralized draft with a brand new General Manager.

Isaiah Mustafa, host of the 2025 NHL Awards, joins Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley on the latest episode of All The kings Men. The trio discuss the NHL Awards hosting gig, the Kings playoff experience and more.

Chris Peters (FloHockey) joins Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley to talk about the 2025 NHL Entry Draft. Peters recently attended the NHL Scouting Combine in Buffalo and shares his insight about the current state of the draft, recent Kings draft picks and the future options for prospects in the hockey world.

Jim Fox joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss the 2024-25 seasons of three forwards. The pair talk about game three and the start of the Stanley Cup Final then take a look back at the play of Anze Kopitar, Adrian Kempe and Andrei Kuzmenko. The trio of forwards was formed after the trade deadline and excelled in the last half of the season.

Jim Fox joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss the 2024-25 seasons of three forwards. The pair talk about the departure of Marco Sturm from the organization then take a look back at the play of Alex Laferriere, Quinton Byfield and Kevin FIala. The trio of forwards formed a line that excelled in the last half of the season.

Jim Fox joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss the 2024-25 seasons of three forwards. The pair talk about the 2025 NHL Final between Edmonton and Florida then take a look back at the play of Warren Foegele, Phillip Danault and Trevor Moore. The trio of forwards formed a line that played the most minutes as a three player combination for the Kings in the 2024-25 season.

Daryl Evans joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss the 2024-25 seasons of three defenseman. The pair talk about the preseason injury to Drew Doughty and how it impacted not only his season but also the seasons of Mikey Anderson and Vladislav Gavrikov.

Jim Fox joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss the 2024-25 seasons of three defenseman. The pair talk about the Kings 4-2 loss to the Oilers in the first round before evaluating the regular season performance of Joel Edmundson, Jordan Spence and Brandt Clarke.

Marco Sturm joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss the 2024-25 season for the players who split their time between the NHL and the AHL. The 2024-25 season was the third season for Sturm as head coach of the Ontario Reign giving him a unique perspective on players like Jacob Moverare, Caleb Jones, Samuel Helenius and Jeff Malott.

Mike Buckley and Bill Ranford join host Jesse Cohen to evaluate the LA Kings goaltending for the 2024-25 season. Mike Buckley discusses a strong season from Darcy Kuemper and the goaltending at the NHL level while Bill Ranford updates us on Hampton Slukynsky, Carter George and Erik Portillo.

Ken Holland was announced as the next General Manager of the LA Kings last week. Collected here are a conversation with Josh Schaefer, an appearance on the Mason & Ireland Show (ESPN LA 710AM) as well as the introductory press conference.

The LA Kings have announced Ken Holland as the 10th General Manager in franchise history. Zach Dooley joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss the signing.

The LA Kings have a number of decisions to make in the offseason of 2025. A number of players need new contracts and pivotal positions need to be addressed including that of General Manager. Zach Dooley and Jesse Cohen sit down for a look at the most pressing issues facing the Kings and the driving forces that will direct their upcoming decisions.

Zach Dooley joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss the Kings loss to the Oilers and the end of season media availabilities. The pair talk about the end of the Kings 2024-25 season, the departure of GM Rob Blake and the end of year conversations with the players and executives.

Jack Jablonski joins host Jesse Cohen to recap game six of the Kings first round matchup against the Edmonton Oilers. The pair discuss the 4-2 series loss for the LA Kings.

Jack Jablonski joins host Jesse Cohen to recap game five of the Kings first round matchup against the Edmonton Oilers. The pair discuss the 3-2 series, what went wrong and what will have to change for the Kings to persevere moving forward.

Jack Jablonski joins host Jesse Cohen to recap game four of the Kings first round matchup against the Edmonton Oilers. The pair discuss the hot start and slow collapse in the tying game of the first round series.

Jack Jablonski and Scott Burnside join host Jesse Cohen to recap game three of the Kings first round matchup against the Edmonton Oilers. The trio discuss ups and downs of the wild 7-4 loss to the Oilers in the third game of the LA Kings 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs campaign including the controversial challenge in the 3rd period that lead to the Oilers comeback victory.

Filling in for host Jesse Cohen, the trio of Zach Dooley, Jack Jablonski and Josh Schaefer discuss the Game 2 victory over Edmonton, which saw the Kings open up a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven series.

Jack Jablonski and Scott Burnside join host Jesse Cohen to recap game one of the Kings first round matchup against the Edmonton Oilers. The trio discuss ups and downs of the wild 6-5 victory over the Oilers in the opening game of the LA Kings 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs campaign.

Nick Nickson and Jim Fox join host Jesse Cohen to preview the upcoming playoff matchup between the Kings and the Oilers. The trio discuss the fourth consecutive first round matchup between Los Angeles and Edmonton and how both teams have changed during the 2024-2025 season.

Neil Smith (GM of the '94 New York Rangers) joins host Jesse Cohen for a conversation before the 2024-25 Stanley Cup Playoffs. The pair discuss playoff formats, how to build a team for the playoffs and the evolution of the game.

Zach Dooley joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss the upcoming playoff series with the OIlers and the 2024-25 Team Awards voted on by the LA media. The awards are Best Defenseman, Best Defensive Player, Best Newcomer and Team MVP (Bill LIbby Memorial Award).

The Bannermen (Karo Blikian and Vartan Garibyan) join host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week for week 27 (SEA/ANA/COL). The trio discuss another strong week (2-1) for the Kings at home as well as the upcoming playoff matchup between the Kings and Oilers.

The Hockey Royalty crew (Russell Morgan, Joe Patarino and Randon McMahon) join host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week for week 26 (WPG/UHC/EDM). The quartet discuss the Kings strong play since the trade deadline and the benefits of seeding now that the Kings have clinched a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Nick Nickson joins Jesse Cohen for a conversation about his career as Play-By-Play for the Los Angeles Kings.

Eddie Garcia (Locked On LA Kings) joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week for week 25 (NYR/COL/TOR/SJS). The episode was recorded shortly after the Kings 8-1 victory over the San Jose Sharks.

Jim Hiller sits down for an extended conversation with Zach Dooley to discuss the current state of the Los Angeles Kings.

Kasey Kazliner (USC Annenberg Media) joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week for week 24 (MIN/CHI/CAR/BOS). The pair discuss the Kings back to back 7-2 wins over Carolina and Boston and the sudden contributions from up and down the lineup.

Dennis Bernstein (The 4th Period/Sirius XM) joins host Jesse Cohen to recap week 23 (NYI/WSH/NSH) and help crown a King of the Week. The pair talk about the strong week from the Kings (3-0) and discuss the differences between this season and previous seasons.

1 How will injuries impact the season/How will Doughty's return impact the rest of the season?

2 How will the D Corps be deployed upon Doughty's return?

3 Will the changes to the special teams yield positive results?

4 Will Jim Hiller continue to be an unpredictable/creative/unconventional coach in a full season?

5 Will Quinton Byfield continue his strong play at center in the preseason?

6 How will Alex Laferriere perform and will Andrei Kuzmenko be a capable linemate for Kopitar and Kempe?

7 Will the added players have the desired...

John Hoven (Mayor's Manor) joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week for Week 22 (CHI/STL/STL/VGK) and preview the upcoming week (NYI/WSH/NSH).

Zach Dooley joins Jesse Cohen to discuss the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline and the Kings acquisition of Andrei Kuzmenko.

Jack Jablonski joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week for Week 21 (VGK/VAN/DAL/STL). Then the pair take a look at the quartet of games on the upcoming schedule (CHI/STL/STL/VGK).

Jesse Cohen updates Zach Dooley on the state of his health and his month of February as All The Kings Men returns to publication.

Andrew Knoll joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week. The pair discuss the three games on the teams schedule the past week (PIT/FLA/CBJ) and the imminent return of Drew Doughty. Then Erik Thompson (Mercury Insurance) joins the program to talk about the join instillation between Mercury and the Kings the Hockeywood Wall of Fame.

Hear from forward Quinton Byfield following tonight's 3-2 overtime defeat in Columbus.

LA Kings forward Phil Danault join Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley to talk about the Kings current season, adapting to life in California and to answer questions from fans.

Austin Stanovich (The Sporting Tribune) joins Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week. The pair discuss the final three games on the teams recent 5 game road trip (EDM/VAN/SEA) and takes a look ahead at the upcoming games on the schedule (PIT/FLA/CBJ).

1 How will injuries impact the season/How will Doughty's return impact the rest of the season?

2 How will the D corps be deployed in Doughty's absence/How will the D Corps be deployed upon Doughty's return?

3 Will the changes to the special teams yield positive results?

4 Will Jim Hiller continue to be an unpredictable/creative/unconventional coach in a full season?

5 Will Quinton Byfield continue his strong play at center in the preseason?

6 Will Alex Laferriere by a capable linemate for Kopitar and Kempe?

7 Will the added...

Eric Stephens joins Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week. The pair discuss the pair of back to back road games against the Jets and Flames.

Zach Dooley joins Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week. The pair also discuss the Kings play in November and December and single out a Play of the Week.

This episode of Kings Talk is a replay of Kings Talk recorded following the Kings 5-4 win against the Philadelphia Flyers. The episode features Kings fans calling in and suggesting King of the Week nominations as well as asking questions and making comments about the Kings vs. Flyers game.

Chris Hajt and Bill Ranford join host Jesse Cohen to talk about Jakub Dvořák, Hampton Slukynsky and Carter George and their upcoming participation in the 2025 World Junior Ice Hockey Championships. The defenseman and two goaltenders were named to Teams Czechia, United States and Canada respectively.

The LA Kings finished their 7 game roadtrip with a loss to the Washington Capitals and ended with a 3-2-2. Austin Stanovich (The Sporting Tribune) joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week and recap the four games played last week (PIT/PHI/NSH/WSH). The pair also discuss the upcoming home games to end December (EDM/PHI).

Senior Director of Building Engineering and Operations Kyle Lamkey joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss the multiple complications of maintaining NHL ice in a warm weather market like Los Angeles.

The LA Kings started their 7 game roadtrip in New York and went 2-1-0 against the Islanders, Devils and Rangers. Karo Blikian and Vartan Garibyan, aka The Bannermen, join host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week and recap the three game stretch. The trio also discuss the upcoming games on the road trip (PIT/PHI/NSH/WSH).

LA Kings Goaltending Coach Mike Buckley was named to the Team USA staff for the upcoming Four Nations Face-Off. He joined Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley to talk about his responsibilities in the upcoming tournament and to give a beginners lesson in goaltending theory.

Kasey Kazliner (USC Annenberg Media) joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week for week 9 (DAL/MIN). The pair discuss the Kings current 5 game winning streak before Jack Jablonski joins the program to take a look ahead at next weeks schedule (NYI/NJD/NYR).

LA Kings defenseman Mikey Anderson joins Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley to talk about his NHL career, being the only Minnesotan in the locker room and the difference between Drew Doughty and Vladislav Gavrikov.

Russell Morgan and Joe Patarino (Hockey Royalty) join host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week for week 8 (SJS/WPG/ANA/OTT). The trio discuss the past weeks worth of games then Jack Jablonski joins the program to take a look ahead at next weeks schedule (DAL/MIN).

1 How will injuries impact the season?

2 How will the D corps be deployed in Doughty's absence?

3 Will the chanes to the special teams yield positive results?

4 Will Jim Hiller continue to be an unpredictable/creative/unconventional coach in a full season?

5 Will Quinton Byfield continue his strong play at center in the preseason?

6 Will Alex Laferriere by a capable linemate for Kopitar and Kempe?

7 Will the added players have the desired impact?

8 How will goaltending impact the season?

9 How will the rest of...

Alex Laferriere joins Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley to talk about his first 100 games in the NHL and his transition to a Southern Californian. After that conversation Eddie Garcia (Locked on LA Kings) joins the program to help crown a King of the Week for week 7 and Jack Jablonski previews the upcoming games in week 8.

LA Kings goaltending prospect Carter George scored an empty-net goal to become the 11th net-minder in OHL history to score a goal and the first to do so for the Owen Sound Attack. GM of the Attack and former LA Kings defenseman Dale DeGray had previously announced confidently that he believed George would accomplish the feat before completing his junior hockey career and so both DeGray and George join Jesse Cohen and Jack Jablonski on the latest episode of All The Kings Men.