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3 burning Kings questions entering 2026-27 NHL season

The Los Angeles Kings are entering a completely new era for their franchise. Anze Kopitar has retired from the game of hockey after spending his entire playing career in Los Angeles. He is the only captain in franchise history to lead the Kings to the Stanley Cup. Now, Los Angeles has to find its next superstar.
3 burning Kings questions entering 2026-27 NHL season

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3 burning Kings questions entering 2026-27 NHL season

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The Hockey News' Top 80 Players In The NHL: 10-1

In celebration of The Hockey News' 80th year, we're ranking the top 80 NHL players entering the 2026-27 season. In this file, we're unveiling our top 10.

Unsigned NHL Stars Like Laine Are Sitting Out For A Reason

Veteran NHL free agents remain unsigned as the season starts. Per Daily Faceoff, teams want low-risk deals, but injury history keeps the money off the table.

How Alex Karaban Will Force His Way Into Kings' Rotation

Sacramento Kings rookie Alex Karaban has a clear path to rotational minutes by doing all the small things in a defined role.

The Hockey News' Top 80 Players In The NHL: 20-11

In celebration of The Hockey News' 80th year, we're ranking the top 80 NHL players entering the 2026-27 season. In this file, we're unveiling players 20 through 11.

"I don't know about the Trump Lakers this year" - Nick Young agrees that the Lakers are too white to win a championship

Young doesn't see the Lakers as championship material.

Why Rangers’ Alexis Lafreniere might still approach stardom

The book is supposedly out on New York Rangers forward Alexis Lafreniere as he enters his seventh NHL season. The […]

Robert Horry Believes Writing Is on the Wall for 2 Lakers Players

With the Lakers facing some difficult roster decisions before the start of the NBA season, the seven-time champion believes he knows who the odd men out are in Los Angeles.

Three Outfielders Of Different Tiers Angels Should Pursue In Free Agency

Under new ownership, the Halos must revitalize a struggling roster. From elite sluggers to bargain reunions, these three targets could transform Anaheim’s outfield alongside Mike Trout.

Knicks Could Lose $136M Star to Lakers Amid Growing Financial Concerns

Missing out on Jonathan Kuminga kind of made the Los Angeles Lakers’ summer feel incomplete. The roster is close to where the front office envisioned it, and it feels like they may decide to stick with what is on ground. One of the main reasons is that most ideal options are almost impossible at the […] The post Knicks Could Lose $136M Star to Lakers Amid Growing Financial Concerns appeared first on HEAVY.

Luka Doncic reveals he feels no pressure about succeeding LeBron James as the Lakers' star

Luka Doncic is ready to be the successor to LeBron James' throne in LA.

New Western Contender Emerges to Land Jet’s Connor Hellebuyck

The Winnipeg Jets have started the 2026-27 NHL season without the services of gold-medal-winning goaltender Connor Hellebuyck, who went public with his trade request last month and has since been suspended for not reporting to Training Camp.Hellebuyck, who hasn’t played in any of Winnipeg’s preseason or regular season games to date, remains on the sidelines […] The post New Western Contender Emerges to Land Jet’s Connor Hellebuyck appeared first on HEAVY.

Luka Doncic Opens Up On Being Teammates With LeBron James And Potential Of New-Look Lakers

Lakers star Luka Doncic details his final conversation with LeBron James before Lakers departure.

2026-27 NBA Season Preview: Lakers, Suns, Clippers, Warriors, Kings (Pacific Division)

Let's break down what to like and be concerned about, a lineup to watch and a reasonable range for them to finish in the standings.

Lakers Urged to Dismiss Former 22 PPG Star ‘ASAP’ After Ugly Loss to Warriors

There are only two more weeks until the regular season starts, which means the Los Angeles Lakers have until then to trim their roster to meet NBA rules.It has been often noted that the Lakers have 16 players on the roster, one more than the league allows. For months, many have pointed to former first […] The post Lakers Urged to Dismiss Former 22 PPG Star ‘ASAP’ After Ugly Loss to Warriors appeared first on HEAVY.

Kings' Biggest Position Battle Is Still Unsolved Before Lakers Game

The Sacramento Kings still have some rotation questions to answer during the preseason.

Luka Doncic opens up about his influence on L.A. Lakers' roster after LeBron James' exit

Luka Doncic gets candid about his contributions to the Lakers' front office decisions.

Ranking Chargers Trade Candidates If LA Starts Fire Sale

The Los Angeles Chargers have started the 2026 NFL season 0-4. It may be time to open up shop, thus raising the question: who's up for grabs?

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Luka Doncic Gets Bold MVP Prediction Ahead of 2026-27 NBA Season With Health Caveat

There are many expectations for Luka Doncic ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. It’s the first time he won’t play alongside LeBron James since being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers. Since he arrived in LA in 2025, he has shared the court with James. This year, he will be the clear No. 1 option [...]

Kawhi Leonard Praises Maturity of Young Toronto Raptors

The two-time Finals MVP joins a roster full of inexperienced players with tons of potential, and he is impressed with their commitment through a week of training camp.

Lakers Poised To Underperform With Luka Doncic In Over/Under Win Total

The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to see a drop in performance this season with Luka Doncic, according to two new over/under win totals. The post Lakers Poised To Underperform With Luka Doncic In Over/Under Win Total appeared first on HEAVY.

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