Est. 1967
The Los Angeles Kings are a professional ice hockey team based in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 1967 as part of the NHL’s first major expansion, the Kings have established themselves as a successful franchise with two Stanley Cup championships (2012 and 2014) and a legacy built on star...
The Los Angeles Kings are a professional ice hockey team based in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 1967 as part of the NHL's first major expansion, the Kings have established themselves as a successful franchise with two Stanley Cup championships (2012 and 2014) and a legacy built on...
Wayne Gretzky transformed hockey in California during his eight seasons with the Kings (1988-1996). Acquired in the most famous trade in NHL history, Gretzky won the Hart Trophy in his first season and led the Kings to their first Stanley Cup Final appearance in 1993.
The rivalry between the Kings and Anaheim Ducks, known as the "Freeway Face-Off," represents the geographic and competitive tension between Los Angeles and Orange County. The proximity of the teams (approximately 30 miles) ensures that fans of both teams interact regularly, and the...
of Dionne, Charlie Simmer, and Dave Taylor became one of the most exciting offensive units in hockey history. The 1982 playoffs brought the
— Los Angeles Kings History
| Year | Title | Role/Impact | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1967 | Team Identity | Achievement | |
| 1967 | League and Division Affiliation | Achievement | |
| 1966 | Foundation and Early Years (1967-1987) | Achievement | |
| 1988 | The Wayne Gretzky Era (1988-1996) | Achievement | |
| 1996 | The AEG Era and Championships (1996-present) | Achievement | |
| 1988 | Team Colors and Visual Identity | Achievement |