The Kings have now officially put Alec Martinez on injured reserve and called up Slava Voynov from Manchester of the AHL. Martinez was placed on injured reserve retroactive to Saturday. Voynov had two goals and one assist in eight games with the Monarchs, to go with two goals and one assist in five games with the Kings, when he filled in for injured defenseman Drew Doughty last month.
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What a surprise! I’M SHOCKED!!!!!!
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Just wow! Me thinks there is some fun LA Kings hockey in our future.
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Glad to see VV get another chance, although I wish it wasn’t at the expense of an injury to Martinez. He had just started to play well offensively again. I wonder what the defensive pairing’s will be? VV is a right handed shot and so is Greene, mabye VV can play the left side. I think if he can play the left side with Greene, it opens up the possibility of trading one of our d-men even more. I’m not saying it will happen, just that it gives DL more options if he chooses to make some moves.
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THERE IS A GOD!!
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+++OFF-TOPIC ALERT+++
It’s the birthday of The Most Interesting Man in the World:
http://www.omg-facts.com/view/Facts/41835
This, of course, does not free him of his eternal debt to the Most Interesting Hockey Player in the World…
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DesertKing Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 4:38 pm
@BakoCAkingsCondorsGuy,
How old is Juras Mikus and is he still thirsty?
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BakoCAkingsCondorsGuy Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:12 pm
@DesertKing,
Juras is Juraj Mikus’ younger brother…
Twin by birth, often refers to his elder brother as father…
People say they can see the resemblance.
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BakoCAkingsCondorsGuy Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:13 pm
…They are being polite.
Shakes Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:30 pm
@DesertKing, C’mon Desert you know better than that… Juraj doesn’t age, time ages things around him
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tacomakingsfan Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:49 pm
@Shakes,
Good one!!!
Moondoggie Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 9:52 pm
@Shakes, LOL!
DesertKing Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 7:25 pm
@BakoCAkingsCondorsGuy
I had that one coming!
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Can’t wait until Wednesday! Man I hate the Ducks. Hope to see VV and Lokti in the line up. GO KINGS GO!
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Someone needs to make a highlight video using Voynovs goals & the Call of Duty graphics of the Russians invading the US
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whaaaa? Russian players on the kings just went up 200%. I think Murray might implode if he plays them in the same game.
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mash-ola Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:09 pm
@alphatronic, Too bad this didn’t happen before this past weekend. I could have used some Russian player autographs on the stick I brought to Tip-A-King… Drats!!
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LAPD Line Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:36 pm
@mash-ola, Just catch them after practice at Toyota sports center if you can make it. I’m sure they would be glad to sign
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would be funny if VV and Lotki are healthy scatches on wed……..this blog would explode!!!!
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KingsFanFTW Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 4:47 pm
@neil, yup it would
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Dominick Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 4:53 pm
@neil, I would absolutely die laughing! I would do it just to drive Kingsfans nuts, and push some of them over the edge. ROTFLMAO!
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Bkrs-Bud Reply:
November 15th, 2011 at 2:07 am
@Dominick, You are an evil person hee hee.
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mash-ola Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:10 pm
@neil, Or if the Kings get blown out by Anaheim… (just playing Devil’s advocate))
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mcsorleyfan Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 6:44 pm
@mash-ola, we’re playing the DUCKS, not the DEVILS. But would their attorney be the Devils’ Advocate?
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KC23 Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:42 pm
@neil, Yep, Whiskey and Westgarth in, Voynov and Loktionov eating fries in the booth. lol
(imagines several bloggers passing out pick forks, rope and shovels)
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Mikefromearth Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 6:19 pm
@KC23, Don’t forget the torches!!
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wow 8 games and only 1 goal and 2 assist thats not that good….But i did like what i seen him when he was up so am happy that we called him up
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bmova Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:06 pm
@KingsFanFTW, More points than Penner!!!
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KingsFanFTW Reply:
November 15th, 2011 at 12:28 am
@bmova, dude thats no fair right there.a Blind guy can score more than Penner
LOL
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Bkrs-Bud Reply:
November 15th, 2011 at 2:09 am
@KingsFanFTW, and Lewis and Richardson and i could go on.
Moondoggie Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 9:55 pm
@KingsFanFTW, He hasn’t been supported real well from what I’m seeing in Manch… I wouldn’t worry, this is a whole new ballgame for both…..
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I really wish our AHL affiliate wasn’t 3,000 miles away.
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kinginsaltlake Reply:
November 15th, 2011 at 5:07 am
@Capt Jam, This is why we need to get the AHL to set up an Western Conf.
AHL new Western Conf…
1 Houston
2 Oklahoma City
3 Kansas City
4 Colorado Springs
1 Salt Lake
2 Portland
3 Seattle
4 Ontario
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Finally! The best player in the history of sticks, skates, ice and any combination thereof will return to score 27 goals over his next 3 game stint. Did I get that right LGK?
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santamariaking Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:06 pm
@salami,
I think you got it right. Were on the right path now,including the chant….Lets go Kings.We knew VV would be back,I can breathe again with confidence….
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My gosh people. The guys only played 5 games in the NHL, and he’s already achieved legendary status. Nothing like undo pressure for a first year rookie. Guess the words “overblown” and “hype” are not even in some fans dictionary.
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Helvetica Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:03 pm
@Dominick, Seriously. He’s taking us to the promise land.
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mash-ola Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:15 pm
@Dominick, Exactly… that’s why I’ve been a curmudgeon today. Nice news to hear the kids have been brought up and will be given a chance with the Big Club, but for people to think that these two alone will bring the Kings to the promised land is a little lofty as far as expectations go. And to set yourself up for a huge letdown if things don’t go their way or the Kings way. Not too high, not too low.
If Voynov can get two goals and an assist in every game, then maybe we have something to talk about. Otherwise, just go into the rest of the season with an open mind…
GO KINGS GO!
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Dominick Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:19 pm
@mash-ola, I have no doubts they’ll do just fine, but the hype is reaching fantasy world levels, and I’m not sure people are even living in the real world anymore.
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KingsFanFTW Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:24 pm
@Dominick, i sure dont i live in this big money zone place i am soo rich
P.S What is the real world?
BakoCAkingsCondorsGuy Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:16 pm
@Dominick,
Only Juraj Mikus can have that status…
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Dominick Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:21 pm
@BakoCAkingsCondorsGuy, VV couldn’t even lift Mikus’s jock strap, let alone fill it. lol
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Moondoggie Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 9:56 pm
@Dominick, There isn’t a jock strap in the world that would fit Juraj Mikus….
jess Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:26 pm
@Dominick,
Did’nt you hear? Slava is set to emerge from the plane with the cup hoisted over his head.
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Steve Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:55 pm
@Dominick, I share everyone’s excitement over the Russians, but they definite have not proved themselves yet. They do look talented though. And Penner is gone, so “yeah!”
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Gotta feel for Drewiske at this point. A pretty talented player in his own right who’s in the wrong place at the wrong time I guess. Oh well, we’ll see where it goes with Voynov. I never thought I’d see the Kings having these type of issues, having so much depth and all. It’s a nice feeling for a change.
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KC23 Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:45 pm
@Goring 19, Whiskey played his best game ever the one game against the Flyers. All heart. If it was Mitchell, Scudes or Greene hurt I wonder what would of happened.
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Bkrs-Bud Reply:
November 15th, 2011 at 2:13 am
@KC23, DD2 would play.
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I have some bad news. I don’t know how you guys are going to take this. You might want to sit down…
Looks like half the team is going to the Breaking Dawn premiere.
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FiG17 Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:03 pm
@FiG17,
… saw it on twitter. :/
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mash-ola Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:18 pm
@FiG17, I hope they don’t all get nightmares tonite…
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loskingpride Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:20 pm
@FiG17, As long as they beat the Ducks first they can do whatever they want.
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Title should be: “Kings call upon Red Army to find back of net…”
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jess Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:03 pm
@jess, *Headline rather
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I feel bad for Martinez. He was finally starting to find his game, which is heavy shots and being a big part of the powerplay. Having said that, I feel comfortable that we have Voynov to step up and take over. I am excited that Penner is injured (as bad as that sounds). I agree with Barry over on hockeybuzz, there is no better nickname for him than The Cooler. He gets hurt and Brown and Richards have an amazing game. Lokti will get a great chance to help out the team. Huge 2 games coming up…GKG!
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By the way, Simmonds is dominating Carolina, & has scored again:
phi 4-1 CAR/2nd period, 12:00 left…
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bbb7 Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:57 pm
@BakoCAkingsCondorsGuy, I miss his speed and physical play but in truth he’s got 8 points in 17 games and is actually scoring about as much as he did on the Kings, and thats with playing on the PP more in Philly. Any success he gets will make me happy, tho.
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You guys are really gonna freak when Kitsyn is here next season.
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CB14 Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:31 pm
@Dominick, I thought he had to play 2 years in Russia? Don’t be getting my hopes up like that.
I’m pleased the ruskies have been called up, and think they’ll do better than the people they’re replacing, but given that you know who is still coaching, I’m not expecting the offense to suddenly come to life.
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Dominick Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 7:02 pm
@CB14, Yea, I think he has this season, and next season. If they don’t make the playoffs next season, I bet he’s here within a week.
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Screw Bieber fever! It’s all about Russian Fever!
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I am happy that we got Voynov back on and considering him and Lokti are best friends they could make for some great on ice chemistry and energy. I wish Lokti was getting a chance at center because we all saw how much better he played at his natural position. I’m getting pretty excited to see what are boys can do. This can shut up a lot of speculation and just let the cards unfold. I for one am excited though.
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CB14 Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:42 pm
@TheRussianKing, As you of all people should be!
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TheRussianKing Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 9:56 pm
@CB14, Lol I bet you guys think I’m a thick accented Russian by the name of Boris. I’m actually 23 born and raised in LA but just embrace my Russian heritage, but I can obviously speak Russian.
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CB14 Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 10:09 pm
@TheRussianKing, I know, just jokin.
Пойдите Короли Идут I hope that says Go Kings Go in Russian!
The Kings in game entertainment coordinator must play this scene after every goal Lokti and VV score! Starting 2:20 in to the clip. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lW18-2-QrIg&feature=related
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jess Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:48 pm
@CB14, One of my favorite all time movie openings!
–But look, TM already arranged for a parade in front of Staples Center!
http://youtu.be/VGXPt0vT8Us
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CB14 Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:52 pm
@jess, LOL
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KC23 Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 5:52 pm
@CB14, one of my all time favorites
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Dominick Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 7:05 pm
@CB14, Definately in my top 10.
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Moondoggie Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 10:08 pm
@CB14, Actually I was thinking they play something more along the lines of this!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XBOQdkIu6fM
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CB14 Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 10:16 pm
@Moondoggie,
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I have never been a Kings fan when our defense was so deep that we could weather an injury. It is such a nice feeling. I’m even excited for Voynov to prove himself despite the loss of Martinez.
As for Loktionov, he IS our future Line 3 centerman. Stoll’s contract is up with only 1 goal in 17 games. Welcome aboard, and may Penner never come back.
As a side note, Drew Doughty is not playing his best hockey, and he is STILL 7th on the team in scoring having played 2/3 of the amount of games as the top 6 scorers. I can’t wait for him to get really rolling!
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Dominick Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 7:14 pm
@Steve,
Surprising is that there has been a lot of complaining about DD, and yet in fewer games played, and no camp, he is 1 point out of leading all our defensemen in scoring.
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KingMe20 Reply:
November 14th, 2011 at 8:04 pm
@Dominick,
“For everyone to whom much is given, of him shall much be required.”
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SpreignedAnkle Reply:
November 15th, 2011 at 9:34 am
@KingMe20, This.
1 Point out of leading defensemen in scoring, $2.6m over leading defensmen in cap hit.
^^probably worst grammar ever, but what ev.
Welcome back, Slava…
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The Russians Are Coming, The Russians are coming!!!
Sorry, but I can’t help think this is a major upgrade. Lets skip the hype, we’ve all seen what these guys can do. It isn’t a knock against either player but Penner has done little since coming to LA, that’s reality. Lokti is fast, a great passer and playmaker and he has a wicked shot. Voynov, well…I was REALLY disappointed when he got sent down. Personally, this is what I’ve been waiting for; now we have three truly talented offensive defensemen, nothing against Amart, it’s just that Slava is by far a better playmaker, has a great shot and is faster. He takes the puck into the zone better and can carry the play far better than Martinez.
This is a great experiment coming at a crucial time for the Kings. Except for the game against the Wild, the Kings have been flat lately. This is the moment that we’ve been waiting for. Lets see what these young Russians bring to the Kings. Expectations are high but these guys can flat out play.
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DrA Reply:
November 15th, 2011 at 11:15 am
@Moondoggie,Regarding Penner I really want him to succeed. what a waste of body size if he does not play a lot better soon. I mean how long or how many games it will take? these are not tryout games. We are loosing points and are 9th place today. Lombardi has to swallow his pride and send him for more “practice” games in Manchester. I mean he has to admit that his decisions can’t be right all the time or it will take more time to find out if he is right or wrong. In the mean time he has to be quick sending or recalling players. For example if Voynov plays like a Norris candidate or becomes Kris Letang of the Kings in the next few games(I am dreaming) will Lombardi send him back to minors again? A lot of people here think we have the best defense in the league. I agree only partially: we have best defense as a team but not the best defensmen. We lost a lot of games because of poor defensive plays. If Voynov is better than any other Dman now then he must be replaced by Voynov. No more this BS “waver” excuses to send him back. Is it better to loose more games and not making playoffs or loosing less wanted player to another team?
(I am from Russia too and sorry my English no good)
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A. Martinez on the IR, SUDDENLY, after knowing he played the WHOLE GAME yesterday. At the same time I know (some) players can play through pain/being hurt. Whatever though, at least Voynov is back-up w/Kings.
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Bkrs-Bud Reply:
November 15th, 2011 at 2:38 am
@Brown23, There is a difference between being hurt and being injured.
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I’m so worried. How will we replace Dustin Penner’s scoring?
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