# MYTH or REALITY?: Did the LA Kings Blow NHL's Top Prospect Pool and if so who is to blame?

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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: 2026-05-20T07:21:37+00:00
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## Resource

Did the Los Angeles Kings waste the NHL’s top prospect pool—are Anze Kopitar and Drew Doughty to blame? Eddie Garcia examines a provocative breakdown of the Kings’ draft and development struggles, spotlighting the fallout from the Pierre-Luc Dubois trade, missteps with prospects like Quinton Byfield and Alex Turcotte, and controversial management decisions by Rob Blake. The episode unpacks whether the organization truly squandered elite young talent or if the hype was overstated, while assessing current prospects and cap space challenges. Plus, get the latest updates on the Kings’ coaching search, Bruce Cassidy’s cloudy future, and key moves by Pacific Division rivals. Can Ken Holland reverse LA’s fortunes, or are rebuilding Ducks and Sharks set to overtake the Kings in the West? Don’t miss this critical analysis of LA’s direction, roster flaws, and what lies ahead for Kings fans hoping for a turnaround.

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