Jake Muzzin was the subject of our first "IN FOCUS", a new feature to our site that centers attention on one player for a series of games and breaks down his play, strengths and areas in need of improvement. Though Jake is a rookie, Surly and I got a head start by watching him closely both in rookie and training camp. Most importantly, we analyzed his play in games 1 through 4. Here is what we … [Read more...]
KINGS POLL: HICKEY OR MUZZIN FOR 6TH DEFENSEMEN?
September 29, 2010 By
As promised, its time to make your pick for the Kings' 6th defenseman to start the year. While there are still two more pre-season games to play, last night's contest against the Ducks was our first opportunity to see Jacob Muzzin and Thomas Hickey play in the same game. Before I taint you with my possibly errant opinions, lets get straight to the polls. First, head-to-head … [Read more...]
THOMAS HICKEY VS. JACOB MUZZIN
September 28, 2010 By
Tonight is a big night for the two young defensemen still left in training camp, Jacob Muzzin and Thomas Hickey. For his namesake alone, I'm pulling for Muzzin. I also like that while large, Jacob can also skate and move the puck well. Though I still hold out high hopes for Hickey, the shining I've taken to Muzzin may eventually rival my twinkle for Clifford if the new "Muzz" (RIP Glen … [Read more...]
SO SOON? MORE ROSTER CUTS COMING TODAY
September 27, 2010 By
Apparently my poll will need to be adjusted as Rich Hammond just reported that Oscar Moller, Johan Fransson, Alec Martinez and Andrew Campbell have not taken the ice for practice today, presumably because they are packing their bags for a plane ride to Manchester. Bummer, I was pulling for Moller and really thought he would crack the lineup this year. I still firmly believe that he will see … [Read more...]
KINGS ROOKIE CAMP VIDEOS – DAY 2
September 12, 2010 By
Before we get to the plethora of moving and jittery images, I want to be up front in that I think this batch pales in comparison to yesterdays viewing. Not as a result of the drills or the prospects themselves, on the contrary I saw a lot of good things out of many players today, and enjoyed the different set of drills the coaches employed. However whereas yesterday's camp took place on the … [Read more...]
SOME PICTURES AND VIDEO FROM ROOKIE CAMP DAY 1
September 11, 2010 By
These were all taken on my phone. Impressive for something that is supposed to be for talking to people, but still kind of crappy. I apologize. I will attempt to bring a real video camera tomorrow if they let me. First up, some photos. My man crush, Kyle Clifford. Brandon Kozun, such a cutey. The Group getting ready for the next drill. And on to video. Since everyone was … [Read more...]
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