The LA Kings season is over. We wrap up the series vs the Oilers including the Game 6 loss. We also talk about how we should feel about this season and take a quick look ahead to next season. That and more on this edition of Locked on LA Kings.
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I wouldn’t let Korpisalo go if I were LA’s GM, unless you can get Hellebuyck from the Winnipeg Jets. It’s too bad we’ve got Jack Campbell for another 4 years; I’d love to have Korpisalo as our goaltender.
Oiler fan here, always appreciate your great analysis- i am a real fan of yours.
Although I’m disappointed Kings and Reign hockey is over for their respective seasons, I will always root and cheer “Go Kings Go” and “Go Reign Go” 👑👑 Kings had an outstanding season. Kempe deserves the “A” on his sweater. Vladi needs to get signed ASAP 🤙🏼 Great show Eddie
I don't consider this season a failure. They reached the playoffs and were competitive in every game outside of game 5. Going forward, I agree that signing Gavrikov should be the priority; he just seems to be the right fit in their system and if they can get Korpisalo for a reasonable price, that would be a bonus. Obviously they need to address PK and fine tune their overall defensive structure in the offseason but I don't think they need to do anything drastic personel wise.
Eddie, as a proud EVERYDAYER, I want to thank you for all your hard work producing a great show for us leading up to the season and all season long. As a longtime Kings fan, I have been more informed and “glued” to all the details behind the scenes thanks to you! I look forward to your show everyday and it was like having a buddy to talk to about the Kings each day. Looking forward for all your analysis during the off-season.
This season isn't a failure. The point total went up, some younger guys started to figure it out, and when Blake filled the holes at the deadline it became a legit team. Unfortunately, the late injuries and early goaltending probably cost the team the 1 seed and their opponent is likely now the favorite to win the whole thing. It was a pick 'em series and Edmonton made more plays…. Now going in to next season though, it's imperative to win a playoff series, if not more. The 10 year Cups celebration grace period ends and now with Toronto and NJ winning, we're creeping up that playoff series drought list.
Korpisalo kept the Kings in this series. Edmonton dominated the 5v5 game through the first 4 games. Korpi stood tall, eventually cracked.
Got to keep Gavrikov. Fit like a glove
Good season all in all to highlight my season notes. Tons of talent in the pipeline. Middle level players are ready to take next steps. Browns jersey retirement was incredible! I’m really looking forward to seeing Clarke and Spence get some more reps. I’m still at a loss on Quick but that’s hockey.
I feel this team is ready to do some damage if we stay healthy and continue bonding. I hope we develop a more hybrid 131 oilers showed us the chinks in our armor. Let’s learn from our mistakes! Time to lick wounds and enjoy the summer! Looking forward to seeing the Kings in October!
🤍 GO KINGS GO 🤍
Quality commentary.
It is really kind of the Kings to let us use their training facility to prepare for the Vegas series. ❤