Kings Remain in the Thick of Things & How They Can Make a Playoff Run

Also, Kings look like a different team under D.J. Smith.

Mar. 18, 2026 at 10:33am

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The latest news and analysis on the Los Angeles Kings' performance this NHL season, including their schedule, standings, and player updates.

Why it matters

The Kings have been a consistent playoff contender in recent years, and their performance this season will determine whether they can make another postseason run and potentially compete for the Stanley Cup.

The details

The article discusses the Kings' current standing in the NHL, their recent schedule, and how they have looked under new head coach D.J. Smith. It also highlights some of the team's top players and premium content available from The Hockey Writers.

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The players

Anze Kopitar

A longtime star player for the Los Angeles Kings.

D.J. Smith

The new head coach of the Los Angeles Kings.

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The takeaway

The Los Angeles Kings remain in the thick of the playoff race this NHL season, and their performance under new head coach D.J. Smith will be crucial in determining whether they can make a deep postseason run.