Looking for a couple reasons — at least statistically — why the Kings are in a 1-4 slide? In their first 15 games, which included 12 wins, the Kings outscored their opponents 18-8 in the third period. In their last five games, they have been outscored 10-2 in the third period. That’s a big problem, [...]

As of this morning, Jonathan Bernier’s guest-pass list had reached 70 people. It’s been well-documented that Bernier will play his first-ever professional game in his hometown tonight — he grew up in nearby Laval — and Bernier will get a chance to improve upon his 2-4 record. Bernier has been far from fantastic so far [...]

The Kings’ “utility player” player, Peter Harrold, will play his first game of the season as a winger tonight. Last season, Harrold split his time — in games and practices — between defense and forward, and even played some center. He’s seen as an option at forward because he has the ability to skate well, [...]

A couple people have asked about updates on Willie Mitchell (broken wrist) and Alexei Ponikarovsky (broken finger). There’s really no change. The initial timetable was at least four weeks on both players, in terms of returning to health, and it’s been slightly more than two weeks. I’m told that Mitchell has been on the ice [...]

There will be one personnel change on the Kings’ power play tonight, with Alec Martinez replacing Jarret Stoll on the point on the second unit. Martinez had four power-play goals in 20 games with Manchester this season, and is known for his quick shot, so it’s not difficult to see what the Kings are thinking [...]

The Kings will change all three of their defensive pairs tonight, putting Drew Doughty with Alec Martinez, Jack Johnson with Rob Scuderi and Matt Greene with Davis Drewiske. The thoughts are twofold. One, it gives the Kings a chance to get Martinez — and his offensive ability — in the lineup. Two, it breaks up [...]

The Kings are expected to put Alec Martinez in on defense tonight and pair him with Drew Doughty. Jack Johnson and Rob Scuderi will be partners once again, as will Matt Greene and Davis Drewiske. At forward, there is expected to be a fourth-line change, with Peter Harrold replacing Kevin Westgarth. More on all this [...]

Here’s the view on a clear, cold morning in Montreal… If you’re looking to get a jump-start on tonight’s game, here’s a preview from the Montreal Gazette… Habs’ Price on top of his game

After practice today, while surrounded by a half-dozen, local, bilingual media members, Terry Murray was asked about his ability to speak French. Murray said his French was quite good — or used to be, he said — given that he grew up in Quebec. (Murray’s hometown of Shawville is predominantly English-speaking.) Murray then nodded toward [...]

Yesterday, I had the honor of catching up with former Kings great, and Hockey Hall of Famer, Marcel Dionne, who was gracious enough to give some of his time. Dionne, now 59, played with the Kings from 1975-88, making up the bulk of a tremendous NHL career in which Dionne totaled 731 goals and 1,040 [...]

Alec Martinez was driven from Manchester, N.H., to Montreal, which seemed like a good thing. It’s only a four-hour drive, in a comfortable car, far better than the hassle and time involved in commercial airline travel. Except, Martinez’ car took an unscheduled detour on the way to the practice rink Tuesday. The driver, well, got [...]

This is the game Jonathan Bernier has been waiting for, ever since his first game in net. Bernier, who grew up in Laval, Quebec — less than a half-hour drive northwest of Montreal — will get a chance to play professionally in his hometown for the first time. Bernier, born in 1988, really isn’t old [...]

Below, you’ll find the Fox Sports West version of the replay of the disputed Ryan Smyth non-goal from last night. For those curious, I talked to a member of the TV crew today about the review process. The review staff, in Toronto, is able to control the feed overhead cameras in the arenas — in [...]

Alec Martinez arrived in Montreal, from Manchester, just before practice started and was on the ice today. After practice, Terry Murray did not commit to putting Martinez in the lineup tomorrow, put given the fact that Martinez had four power-play goals in 20 minutes with the Monarchs, and that the Kings are looking to improve [...]

The Kings have called up defenseman Alec Martinez from Manchester of the AHL and assigned defenseman Jake Muzzin to Manchester. Martinez was leading the Monarchs in points. Also, the assigned referees for tomorrow’s game are Kevin Pollock and…Eric Furlatt. Kings practice is scheduled to start in 20 minutes…

Some notes from last night’s game… – The Kings held the lead late in the second period, but lost to the Ottawa Senators, 4-3, for their fourth loss in their last five games. – The Kings are still in second place in the Western Conference, but they are only three points ahead of eighth-place Vancouver [...]

Here are a few stories from the Ottawa media about last night’s game… Sens prevail on Milestone Monday (Ottawa Citizen) Kovalev lifts Sens past Kings (Ottawa Sun) Cheapseats: 1,000th point at 10:00 (Ottawa Sun) Game file: Kings at Senators (Ottawa Citizen) L.A. fan Doughty living his dream (Ottawa Citizen)

Here’s my LAKings.com game story for tonight, with stats and video included. Thanks for reading… Kings lose to Senators 3-2 The Kings are scheduled to practice tomorrow afternoon in Montreal.

Terry Murray’s postgame thoughts… (on whether he got an explanation from the officials on the Smyth non-goal…) MURRAY: “No conversation.” (on whether he disagreed with the call…) MURRAY: “I think all of us, we’re going to have our opinion that it’s a goal. Ottawa is going to have their opinion that it’s not a goal. [...]

Matt Greene’s postgame thoughts… (on Ryan Smyth’s non-goal…) GREENE: “It looked good to me, but it’s tough to overturn a call when a referee makes a call on the ice there. It’s tough to overturn that, but to me, personally, it looked like a good goal.” (on the game…) GREENE: “Right now, I think there’s [...]