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Kuzmenko Out, Zuccarello In | Los Angeles Kings News
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- Jul 10, 2026
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- 81
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Summary
Andrei Kuzmenko, former LA Kings star, lands a $5M one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Penguins as free agency kicks off — a move that sparks debate: did the Kings make the right call letting him go? While Kuzmenko delivered offensive spark, especially on the power play, and was a fan favorite, the Kings needed to address other roster gaps. They’ve countered with savvy signings like Mats Zuccarello — a veteran playmaker on a $1M deal — who could elevate their top line and bring instant chemistry with Kevin Fiala. The Kings’ gamble hinges on whether Zuccarello and new additions can outperform what Kuzmenko brought — and whether they’ll miss his creativity. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/dd89e111a3d30faa