KINGS OF THE PODCAST

Send us Fan Mail It's been a week! The guys put a bow on KOTP NHL Draft coverage and surprisingly, DB has a draft board if LAK keeps the 17th overall pick. The Mayor breaks down the process and other names heard for the first round and breaks news about Opening Night in September.  You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

Send us Fan Mail The unquestioned number one KOTP guest, LAK Director of Amateur Scouting Mark Yannetti returns to preview the 2026 NHL Draft.  You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

Send us Fan Mail In the third installment of our NHL Draft Preview series, Chris Byrne, LAK Director of Amateur Scouting covering Canada discusses his process and observations.  You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

Send us Fan Mail Continuing with our NHL Draft Preview series, LAK US Director of Amateur Scouting Teddy Belisle makes his KOTP debut.  You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

Send us Fan Mail TSN and Sirius XM NHL Network Radio analyst Craig Button joins the Mayor for the KOTP NHL Draft Preview You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

Send us Fan Mail With DB back home after his Stanley Cup Final duties for Sirius XM NHL Network, the guys take their first deep dive into the LAK off season. Among the topics they tackle: - Canes Capture Cup - Laviolette - Assistant coaches - Depth chart holes/questions - Doughty extension - You want rumors, we got rumors -- Larkin, Trocheck, Elias Pettersson, Gavrikov and Nurse - Ontario Reign or...

Send us Fan Mail A full 60 from The Mayor and DB! The guys reflect on the career of Anze Kopitar Ontario Reign coach Andrew Lord returns A discussion regarding the future of interim coach DJ Smith Trade speculation from The Mayor Parade suggestion from DB  You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

Send us Fan Mail LAK defense prospect Henry  Brzustewicz makes his KOTP debut. The guys discuss all the first round Stanley Cup Playoffs matchup in the first period and focus on LAK/COL in the third period.  You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

Send us Fan Mail Expect the unexpected in this LAK season. From left for dead with 7 games left in the season to clinching a fifth consecutive playoff berth with 2 games remaining. The guys reflect on how and why it happened.  John and Dennis discuss their ballots for the season ending awards.  The Mayor gives customary Ontario Reign recap.  You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

Send us Fan Mail A blast from the past.  A rare interview with former LAK pivot Jason Allison is featured.  In the world of hockey, some players leave a lasting impression despite their brief careers. One such player is Jason Allison, whose time with the LA Kings, although limited to just 99 regular-season games, was marked by significant contributions and memorable moments. Jason joined the Mayor...

Send us Fan Mail The LA Kings are still in the chase for the Stanley Cup Playoffs with 15 game remaining in the NHL regular season.  The guys discuss:  - The Roller Coaster Season - The World Cup of Hockey - Jack Hughes' Golden Goal Puck - Ontario Reign update  - The stretch drive schedule - DB's Fantasy Trade  You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

Send us Fan Mail With one day remaining before the NHL Trade Deadline, John and Dennis return to chat about:   The firing of Jim Hiller and interim coaching decisions involving DJ Smith The potential impact of trades, including Kopitar (not really), Perry, and prospects like Jared Wright The team’s playoff pursuit: standings, remaining schedule, and what it means to "start winning" Prosp...

Send us Fan Mail The LA Kings enter the Olympic break on the outside looking in for the Stanley Cup Playoffs but will return with a major weapon not seen in Los Angeles for a very long time. Ep. 257 main focus is on the Artemi Panarin trade but the conversation expands to: Ontario Rain and Player Development Kings' Roster Dynamics and Future Moves Defensive Strategies and Player Roles Goalten...

Send us Fan Mail It's not a Do or Die six game road trip but it sure is a DO trip....they DO need to win games. In this episode... The Mayor and DB discuss:  Roster health updates Jonathan Quick's legacy The LAK Mount Rushmore Addressing the center position depth chart DB on self-reflection, accountability and he reads a Mean Tweet!  You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

Send us Fan Mail Buckle up for this one KOTP fans!  In this episode, the guys discuss the LA Kings' current season, including a midseason review, player evaluations, and insights from the World Juniors Tournament. They address injury updates, coaching critiques, and trade speculations while also touching on potential jersey changes and team branding.  Talking points include:  A largely disapp...

Send us Fan Mail 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 excit...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 im...

Send us Fan Mail 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 Series Hiller has a strong admiration for Joel Armia. Corey Perry's role in the LA Kings was unexpected. Brandt Clarke time-on-ice, a recurring theme The (goal scoring) hole in the middle The reuniting of Brian Dumoulin and C...

Send us Fan Mail The semiquincentennial episode opens with MLB talk! (of course) And then... LAK performance through 10 games Goaltending and defensive strategies Penalty killing and faceoffs Injury updates and team depth Potential call-ups and roster adjustments Ontario Reign update Upcoming matchups and trap game concerns  You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

Send us Fan Mail With DB somewhere in the Welsh countryside, The Mayor sits down with new LAK play-by-play announcer, John Kelly.  You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

Send us Fan Mail Former LAK General Manager Rob Blake returns to KOTP for a 1-on-1 with The Mayor.  You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

Send us Fan Mail Summary In this episode, John and Dennis discuss Dennis's upcoming trip to Europe. They delve into the latest injury updates for the Kings, particularly focusing on Corey Perry and Darcy Kuemper's situations. The conversation shifts to the goaltending dynamics and roster decisions as the team navigates early season challenges. They analyze the Kings' performance, di...

Send us Fan Mail Summary In this episode of Kings of the Podcast, John and Dennis dive into the early stages of the 2025-26 NHL season, analyzing the LA Kings' performance in their first two games, discussing the impact of recent executive changes, and highlighting the prospects in the AHL. They provide insights into the team's defensive strategies, player performances, and upcoming chal...

Send us Fan Mail With the season on the horizon, the guys discuss the final LAK roster spot up for grabs and take a swing at seasonal over/under total and league-wide true and false questions.  You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod