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Los Angeles Kings leadership and roster transition

Overview

The Los Angeles Kings are undergoing a leadership and structural transition following the retirement of Anze Kopitar, who served as captain for 10 years and played 20 seasons with the franchise.

Defenseman Drew Doughty, an 18-year veteran with the team, has been named the 15th captain in franchise history. To support this transition, the team has appointed Mikey Anderson, Adrian Kempe, and Artemi Panarin as alternate captains.

In addition to the change in captaincy, Peter Laviolette has taken over as head coach, with expectations that the team will shift toward a more offensive playing style. The roster includes several new additions, such as Erik Haula, Mats Zuccarello, Corey Perry, and Erik Gustafsson. The team is also implementing changes to its broadcasting, with local games moving to Angels Broadcast Television and DAZN for streaming.

Entities

Drew Doughty · Anže Kopitar · Los Angeles Kings · Peter Laviolette · Adrian Kempe

Timeline

4 days ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Los Angeles Kings enter new era after Anze Kopitar departure
The Los Angeles Kings begin a new era with Drew Doughty as captain and Peter Laviolette as head coach following the departure of Anze Kopitar.
10 days ago

[SPORTS] 5 sources
Drew Doughty named captain of Los Angeles Kings
Defenseman Drew Doughty has been named the 15th captain of the Los Angeles Kings, succeeding the retired Anze Kopitar. Mikey Anderson, Adrian Kempe, and Artemi Panarin will serve as alternate captains.

Sources

24-ore.com · bleacherreport.com · cabletv.com · lakingsinsider.com · newsday.com · theathletic.com · thehockeywriters.com