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Darcy Kuemper(Goalie)(G)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Goalie Start

The Wild has recalled goaltender Darcy Kuemper this morning and the early word, although unofficial, is that he is expected to make his NHL debut tonight against the Vancouver Canucks.

With Niklas Backstrom playing last night and Josh Harding not feeling great the last couple of days it is expected that Kuemper will make his NHL debut tonight vs. the Canucks. Kuemper is 10-6-0 with a 1.79 GAA and .938 SV% in the AHL this season, but the Canucks are not an easy team to make your NHL debut against.

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Michael Russo 2013-02-12T21:42:51.000Z

Anze Kopitar(Center)(C)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Injury

Kopitar pronounced himself good to go for Tuesday night’s game at Colorado.

Kopitar was expected to miss 2-4 weeks when he first strained his knee.... Forget that! He only missed the Kings season opener. This is fantastic news for people who took Kopitar because you probably got him later than you should have because of the injury. Kopitar is a must-start in all formats.

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Lisa Dillman 2013-01-22T12:41:05.000Z

Alexander Edler(Right Defenseman)(LD)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Signing

Edler deal in Vancouver: $30 M over 6 years

Edler had his best season of his career last year. He is poised to continue his strong play this season. It wouldn't be outlandish to expect 30 points out of Edler in this season.

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Pierre LeBrun 2013-01-19T12:11:16.000Z

Anze Kopitar(Center)(C)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Injury

Sutter ruled out Kopitar for Saturday.

No real surprise here. Kopitar was expected to miss the start of the season. Monitor his status going forward and get him in your lineup as soon as he is ready to go.

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Curtis Zupke 2013-01-18T15:39:25.000Z

Anze Kopitar(Center)(C)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Injury

Kopitar skating with Stewart and Toffoli and doing all the drills.

Kopitar continues to progress faster than expected. He could return to the Kings soon. He's an elite talent, if you still have your draft get him before he falls.

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Curtis Zupke 2013-01-17T13:46:29.000Z

Anze Kopitar(Center)(C)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Injury

Kopitar taking part in drills in regular practice.

Kopitar was originally expected to miss 2-4 weeks, but looks like he's going to be back sooner than expected. Good news for owners who got Kopitar much later than they should have. If you still have a draft... Don't let him drop too far.

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Jim Fox 2013-01-16T14:08:07.000Z

Anze Kopitar(Center)(C)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Injury

Anze Kopitar skated at the Los Angeles Kings' training complex Monday with a brace on his sprained right knee.

Kopitar was expected to miss a few weeks with his knee injury, but is progressing well and could be back earlier than expected. Don't let him fall too far in your draft.

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The Associated Press 2013-01-15T10:09:51.000Z

Anze Kopitar(Center)(C)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Injury

Los Angeles Kings centre Anze Kopitar is expected to be out three weeks after suffering a minor knee injury while playing in Sweden Saturday

Kopitar was playing in a lower level Swedish league when sustaining the injury. He is expected to miss time if the season resumes in mid-January posing a problem for the Kings who had most players opt out of playing during the lockout.

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TSN 2013-01-06T14:02:21.000Z

Brian Dumoulin(Defenseman)(D)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Signing

The Carolina Hurricanes could have signed one of the best defensive prospects in the history of the franchise today with the signing of Boston College defenseman Brian Dumoulin.

Dumoulin, a second round pick in 2009, just completed his junior year at Boston College, scoring seven goals and 28 points en route to a National Championship.

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Canes Country 2012-04-11T06:31:14.000Z

Corey Perry(Right Wing)(RW)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Line Change

Confirming....Corey Perry is playing tonight. #GoNHLDucks

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Phil Hulett 2012-03-16T21:59:35.000Z

Corey Perry(Right Wing)(RW)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Line Change

Perry said he's getting better every day, felt good today, but will see how he feels later, likely a game time decision. #NHLDucks

Perry remains questionable to play tonight. After scoring 50 goals last year, he has 34 tallies and 55 points in 69 games.

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@AnaheimDucks 2012-03-16T13:49:14.000Z

Corey Perry(Right Wing)(RW)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Injury

Corey Perry (shoulder) and Luca Sbisa (back) on the ice for Ducks morning skate.

Perry remains questionable to play tonight. After scoring 50 goals last year, he has 34 tallies and 55 points in 69 games.

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Eric Stephens 2012-03-16T13:17:39.000Z

Corey Perry(Right Wing)(RW)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Injury

Per Ducks, Corey Perry scratched.

As expected, Perry won't play tonight. After scoring 50 goals last year, he has 34 tallies and 55 points in 69 games.

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Curtis Zupke 2012-03-14T21:54:37.000Z

Corey Perry(Right Wing)(RW)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Injury

Boudreau said Perry and Sbisa are available but doesn't mean they'll play. Translation: Perry doubtful.

Doesn't sound like you should bank on Perry playing tonight. After scoring 50 goals last year, he has 34 tallies and 55 points in 69 games.

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Eric Stephens 2012-03-14T14:55:41.000Z

Corey Perry(Right Wing)(RW)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Injury

Corey Perry (shoulder) skated before practice and then first 15 minutes of practice. No word yet on availability vs. Detroit on Wed.

Perry skating is certainly a good sign but he has not real update on his status. The reigning MVP only missed last night's game and was a game-time decision.

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Jeff Miller 2012-03-13T15:44:34.000Z

Corey Perry(Right Wing)(RW)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Injury

Corey Perry (shoulder) is not on the ice at Pepsi Center while rest of Ducks are. Not good sign for availability tonight.

Sounds like Perry won't play tonight. After scoring 50 goals last year, he has 34 tallies and 55 points in 69 games.

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Eric Stephens 2012-03-12T13:55:49.000Z

Corey Perry(Right Wing)(RW)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Injury

Perry was in obvious pain on the bench and eventually went to the locker room before he tried to return to the first period. The winger could only play another two shifts as he would call it a night.

Perry is definitely banged up after last night's game. With the Ducks in the middle of a playoff run, expect him to try his best to stay in. After scoring 50 goals last year, Perry has 34 tallies and 55 points in 69 games.

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OC Register Ducks Blog 2012-03-11T12:00:43.000Z

Anze Kopitar(Center)(C)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Line Change

Kopitar is skating in morning skate-all looks well!

As expected, nothing to worry about with regards to the Kings' #1 centre. Kopitar currently leads the team in scoring with 14 goals and 42 points in 46 games.

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Jim Fox 2012-01-17T14:47:17.000Z

Anze Kopitar(Center)(C)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Injury

Kopitar’s absence has not been explained yet, but it’s likely a “maintenance day,” particularly given the number of big hits Kopitar has taken of late. The fact that Kevin Westgarth is practicing with the first line suggests that Kopitar will be back tomorrow.

Doesn't sound like something to worry about yet. Kopitar hasn't missed any playing time since taking a big hit from Brendan Morrow.

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LA Kings Insider 2012-01-16T17:16:31.000Z

Anze Kopitar(Center)(C)|Los Angeles Kings LAK

Injury

Anze Kopitar is scheduled to play.

After taking a hard hit to the face from Brenden Morrow, Kopitar is OK. Expect him to play tonight in all situations.

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LA Kings Insider 2012-01-14T15:20:23.000Z