Ontario, place five on waivers as final roster approaches
lakingsinsider.com • • sports
Key Points:
- The LA Kings have made multiple roster moves ahead of their final preseason game, reducing their training camp roster by 11 players, including loans to the AHL and waivers for assignment.
- The current training camp roster stands at 29 players: 17 forwards, nine defensemen, and three goaltenders, with some players injured or away for personal reasons.
- Goaltender Erik Portillo remains with the NHL group despite limited preseason play, while decisions on carrying two or three goaltenders and the number of defensemen (seven or eight) will impact final roster spots.
- The forward group includes several bubble players—Kenny Connors, Andre Lee, Taylor Ward, and Jared Wright—who are competing for limited roster spots, with waiver eligibility influencing potential assignments.
- The Kings aim to finalize their roster ahead of the regular season, with the final preseason game serving as a key evaluation opportunity before the Opening Night lineup is set.
