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Waiver Wire Gems: Dostal, Laferriere Heat Up Post-Break

Lukas Dostal returns to Anaheim on a scorching hot streak, having won eight of his last nine before the Olympic pause, and now faces a soft homestand against Western Canadian teams that his Ducks can exploit. Alex Laferriere slides into prime real estate on the Kings' top line alongside Adrian Kempe and a debuting Artemi Panarin after Kevin Fiala's season-ending Olympic injury opened the door.

Team Snapshot

The Los Angeles Kings are 5th in the Pacific Division with a 23-19-14 record (60 points). Key injuries include Mikey Anderson (Upper Body, IR), Anze Kopitar (Lower Body, IR), Trevor Moore (Upper Body, IR), totaling $15.32M on injured reserve.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Kings' record this season?
The Los Angeles Kings are 5th in the Pacific Division with a 23-19-14 record and 60 points.
When do the Kings play next?
The Los Angeles Kings play next on Wednesday, February 25 against the Vegas at Crypto.com Arena. Puck drop is at 10:00 PM ET.
What is the Kings' cap space?
The Los Angeles Kings have $12.40M in cap space with a projected cap hit of $92.08M for next season.
Who is injured on the Kings?
The Los Angeles Kings currently have 3 players on IR/LTIR: Mikey Anderson (Upper Body), Anze Kopitar (Lower Body), Trevor Moore (Upper Body), totaling $15.32M on injured reserve.
Are the Kings buying or selling at the trade deadline?
The Los Angeles Kings are currently holding (buyer-leaning) at the trade deadline. Mixed signals · Added salary but spent picks
What draft picks do the Kings own?
The Los Angeles Kings draft pick inventory: 2026: 9 picks owned, 1 owed out (+2 net); 2027: 6 picks owned, 1 owed out (-1 net); 2028: 6 picks owned, 1 owed out (-1 net).