# Drew Doughty DESIRE to CAPTAIN Kings, BACKS D.J. Smith for Coach, Brandt Clarke on LA future

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Podcast: [Locked On Kings - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Kings](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-kings-daily-podcast-on-the-los-angeles-kings-94741)
Published: 2026-05-01T08:32:09+00:00
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LA Kings’ leadership vacuum looms as Drew Doughty declares, “It would mean the world to me to be the captain,” and seemingly issues an endorsement for D.J. Smith to remain head coach. Can Doughty anchor a new era while Brant Clarke eyes the No. 1 defenseman role? With Anze Kopitar departing, the culture and core identity of the Kings face a pivotal turning point. Host Eddie Garcia breaks down revealing exit interviews with Kings defensemen and goalies, highlighting Brant Clarke’s confidence and desire for a bigger role, Drew Doughty’s contract ambitions, and the locker room’s approach to collective leadership. Additional topics include Anton Forsberg and Darcy Kuemper’s playoff perspectives, Joel Edmundson’s optimism for next season, and Kopitar’s bid for a fourth Lady Byng Memorial Trophy.

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