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DRAFT BUZZ: The LA Kings look for scoring help. What are experts saying about who could be the pick?
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- Jun 10, 2026
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Summary
The LA Kings target offensive firepower as the NHL Draft looms. Will Nikita Klepov, the OHL’s rookie scoring leader, still be available at #17, or will the Kings pivot to rising wingers Oscar Hemming? The hunt for high-ceiling talent intensifies, with draft experts split and big names like Oliver Savanto also in the mix to fill the team’s glaring need at center. Eddie Garcia spotlights key prospects, compares expert mock drafts, and dissects the Kings’ strategic direction as Peter Laviolette officially takes the helm as head coach. Can LA’s first-round pick be the spark that transforms their offense in the post-Anze Kopitar era? Get the latest insights on possible trade scenarios, scouting reports, and which future NHL stars could one day be in LA.