<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2226872/open_sms">Send us a text</a>In this episode of the Kings of the Podcast, hosts John and Dennis discuss the latest developments surrounding the LA Kings, including the absence of Anze Kopitar from practice, Phil Danault&apos;s trade to Montreal, and the implications of Marc Bergevin&apos;s exit from the organization. They delve into the upcoming trade deadline, the coaching status of Jim Hiller, and the excitement surrounding the World Junior Tournament featuring Kings prospects. The conversation also touches on the team&apos;s performance, upcoming games, and the financial troubles of FanDuel Sports Network, which could impact the Kings&apos; broadcasts. Overall, the episode provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of the Kings and what fans can expect moving forward.You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2226872/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of the Kings of the Podcast, hosts John and Dennis discuss the latest developments surrounding the LA Kings, including the absence of Anze Kopitar from practice, Phil Danault&amp;apos;s trade to Montreal, and the implications of Marc Bergevin&amp;apos;s exit from the organization. They delve into the upcoming trade deadline, the coaching status of Jim Hiller, and the excitement surrounding the World Junior Tournament featuring Kings prospects. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The conversation also touches on the team&amp;apos;s performance, upcoming games, and the financial troubles of FanDuel Sports Network, which could impact the Kings&amp;apos; broadcasts. Overall, the episode provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of the Kings and what fans can expect moving forward.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a text In this episode of the Kings of the Podcast, hosts John and Dennis discuss the latest developments surrounding the LA Kings, including the absence of Anze Kopitar from practice, Phil Danault's trade to Montreal, and the implications of Marc Bergevin's exit from the organization. They delve into the upcoming trade deadline, the coaching status of Jim Hiller, and the excitement surrounding the World Junior Tournament featuring Kings prospects.  The conversation also touches ...

KOTP Ep. 254 - We're back .....but Danault and Bergevin are gone. 

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2226872/open_sms">Send us a text</a>Another LAK prospect, winger Jared Wright makes his KOTP debut!Also:<ul><li>A power play game winning goal at home? It&apos;s true and DB doesn&apos;t think the LAK PP is THAT bad. </li><li>Fans should expect low-scoring games as part of the team&apos;s DNA.</li><li>Kings are in the thick of the Pacific Division race.</li><li>Lineup changes are crucial for optimizing player performance.</li><li>Defensive pairings are flexible and may change based on game situations.</li><li>Jacob Moverare is an unsung hero for the Kings&apos; defense.</li></ul> You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2226872/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Another LAK prospect, winger Jared Wright makes his KOTP debut!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Also:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;A power play game winning goal at home? It&amp;apos;s true and DB doesn&amp;apos;t think the LAK PP is THAT bad. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Fans should expect low-scoring games as part of the team&amp;apos;s DNA.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Kings are in the thick of the Pacific Division race.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lineup changes are crucial for optimizing player performance.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Defensive pairings are flexible and may change based on game situations.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Jacob Moverare is an unsung hero for the Kings&amp;apos; defense.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a text Another LAK prospect, winger Jared Wright makes his KOTP debut! Also: A power play game winning goal at home? It's true and DB doesn't think the LAK PP is THAT bad. Fans should expect low-scoring games as part of the team's DNA.Kings are in the thick of the Pacific Division race.Lineup changes are crucial for optimizing player performance.Defensive pairings are flexible and may change based on game situations.Jacob Moverare is an unsung hero for the Kings' defense.  You ca...

KOTP Ep.253 with guest Jared Wright

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2226872/open_sms">Send us a text</a>In this conversation, the guys discuss the events and expectations surrounding the Adrian Kempe contract extension and the implications for the team&apos;s center position. They emphasize the need for the team to find a suitable second center, highlighting the challenges and considerations involved in player roles and team strategy.The Drew Doughty injury is discussed and the impact across the LAK blueline,The opportunity the schedule after the completion of the sixth and final game of the road provides to solidify the team&apos;s standing in both the Pacific Division and Western Conference.  You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2226872/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this conversation, the guys discuss the events and expectations surrounding the Adrian Kempe contract extension and the implications for the team&amp;apos;s center position. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;They emphasize the need for the team to find a suitable second center, highlighting the challenges and considerations involved in player roles and team strategy.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The Drew Doughty injury is discussed and the impact across the LAK blueline,&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The opportunity the schedule after the completion of the sixth and final game of the road provides to solidify the team&amp;apos;s standing in both the Pacific Division and Western Conference. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a text In this conversation, the guys discuss the events and expectations surrounding the Adrian Kempe contract extension and the implications for the team's center position.  They emphasize the need for the team to find a suitable second center, highlighting the challenges and considerations involved in player roles and team strategy. The Drew Doughty injury is discussed and the impact across the LAK blueline, The opportunity the schedule after the completion of the sixth and fi...

KOTP Ep. 252 - Doughty, Kempe and LA Trends

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2226872/open_sms">Send us a text</a>It&apos;s early but not too early to evaluate the first month of LAK&apos;s season.Among the things DB and The Mayor discuss:<ul><li>A final look at the World Series</li><li>Hiller has a strong admiration for Joel Armia.</li><li>Corey Perry&apos;s role in the LA Kings was unexpected.</li><li>Brandt Clarke time-on-ice, a recurring theme</li><li>The (goal scoring) hole in the middle</li><li>The reuniting of Brian Dumoulin and Cody Ceci</li></ul>You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2226872/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It&amp;apos;s early but not too early to evaluate the first month of LAK&amp;apos;s season.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Among the things DB and The Mayor discuss:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;A final look at the World Series&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Hiller has a strong admiration for Joel Armia.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Corey Perry&amp;apos;s role in the LA Kings was unexpected.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Brandt Clarke time-on-ice, a recurring theme&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The (goal scoring) hole in the middle&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The reuniting of Brian Dumoulin and Cody Ceci&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a text It's early but not too early to evaluate the first month of LAK's season. Among the things DB and The Mayor discuss: A final look at the World SeriesHiller has a strong admiration for Joel Armia.Corey Perry's role in the LA Kings was unexpected.Brandt Clarke time-on-ice, a recurring themeThe (goal scoring) hole in the middleThe reuniting of Brian Dumoulin and Cody CeciYou can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod 

KOTP Ep. 251 - Early Roster Evaluations

<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2226872/open_sms">Send us a text</a>The semiquincentennial episode opens with MLB talk! (of course)And then...<ul><li>LAK performance through 10 games</li><li>Goaltending and defensive strategies</li><li>Penalty killing and faceoffs</li><li>Injury updates and team depth</li><li>Potential call-ups and roster adjustments</li><li>Ontario Reign update</li><li>Upcoming matchups and trap game concerns </li></ul>You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2226872/open_sms"&gt;Send us a text&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The semiquincentennial episode opens with MLB talk! (of course)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;And then...&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;LAK performance through 10 games&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Goaltending and defensive strategies&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Penalty killing and faceoffs&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Injury updates and team depth&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Potential call-ups and roster adjustments&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ontario Reign update&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Upcoming matchups and trap game concerns &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Send us a text The semiquincentennial episode opens with MLB talk! (of course) And then... LAK performance through 10 gamesGoaltending and defensive strategiesPenalty killing and faceoffsInjury updates and team depthPotential call-ups and roster adjustmentsOntario Reign updateUpcoming matchups and trap game concerns You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod 

KOTP Ep. 250 - Milestones and Moments

John Hoven of Mayor's Manor (http://www.mayorsmanor.com) and Dennis Bernstein of The Fourth Period (http://www.thefourthperiod.com) cover the NHL from their home base in Los Angeles. Known as both influencers and insiders, the duo are weekly staples on satellite and terrestrial radio. Dennis is the Los Angeles Chapter Chair of the Professional Hockey Writers Association and John's Mayor Manor is a go-to source for LA hockey news and views for over a decade. Not affiliated with the Los Angeles Kings, Sacramento Kings or Kings of Leon.

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