# The LA Kings add forwards. Mats Zucarello, Erik Haula JOIN, Scott Laughton, Corey Perry RETURN

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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: 2026-07-02T09:53:19+00:00
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The LA Kings have added veteran forwards Matt Zuccarello and Eric Haula while bringing back Scott Laughton and Corey Perry. Is this experienced core enough to ignite the Kings’ offense and power them back into contention under new head coach Peter Laviolette’s up-tempo system? Eddie Garcia breaks down how these moves impact lineup dynamics, spotlighting potential center roles for Adrian Kempe, Alex Laferriere, and the battle for depth spots with Alex Turcotte and Samuel Helenius. Key topics include concerns over the team’s aging roster, remaining salary cap flexibility, and whether GM Ken Holland will address lingering questions on defense and goaltending. With former Kings moving on and intriguing names still on the market, will LA’s mix of fresh faces and proven veterans deliver the chemistry needed for a playoff run?

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