The LA Kings are undergoing a major roster overhaul ahead of the 2026-27 season, with longtime captain Anze Kopitar retiring and key forwards like Andrei Kuzmenko and Jeff Malott departing — but they’re also bringing in Mats Zuccarello to fill the offensive gap. With Kopitar’s leadership and two-way impact gone, Quinton Byfield is poised to step into a bigger role as the top center, while the team searches for a new captain. The rebuild is already underway, and the pressure is on to replace a legend.
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