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Kings Draft Zielinski for Future Center Depth
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- Jun 27, 2026
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- 95
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Summary
The LA Kings struck gold again at the draft, snagging center Blake Zielinski in the third round—pick 80 overall—and fans are already buzzing. Hailing from the Des Moines Buccaneers, Zielinski brings relentless energy, physicality, and a confident, take-charge style that makes him a perfect fit for the Kings’ rebuild. His quick wrist shot, puck skills near the net, and ability to create chaos in front of goal show flashes of elite potential. While he’s still developing offensively and needs time to mature physically, his instincts, compete level, and high ceiling make him a smart long-term bet. This pick continues the Kings’ successful pattern of drafting USHL gems—and adds another promising center to their future pipeline. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8739d96b1a66bbd5