The summer for the Los Angeles Kings has been one of the slowest in history. In this episode we talk about the signing of Alexei Ponikarovsky and the many players that have worn the 27 in the past. We also discuss the team moving into next season, look at some crazy Kings schwag on the market and say “See Ya” to a few former players.

Shot over 15 days, this documentary/short film captures the up and down roller coaster ride of the Ilya Kovalchuk saga with the Los Angeles Kings.

The 2010 NHL Entry Draft took place at Staples Center and the Los Angeles Kings traded up to grab 6’5″ defenseman Derek Forbort. In this show, Keith and Chris talk about the draft experience, upcoming free agency and interviewed a few Michal Jackson fans about hockey. Your thoughts about the draft?

Read Alex’s post-draft blog on all of the new Los Angeles Kings prospects here.

This season, history will be made….from your boys at KingsCast.

Now that the playoffs are almost over and the Los Angeles Kings have been enjoying early tee times, the boys at KingsCast too are taking a little breather. It’s not easy producing a video show and as much as Keith and Chris would like to think they’re perfect, they’re not. So we bring to you our biggest screw-ups and bloopers this season. (There is mildly offensive language).

In the final installment of the Los Angeles Kings Post-Season roundtable, the group discusses the needs of the Kings next season, the Free Agents available and the future of Brayden Schenn. What do you think the Kings need to make that next step?

If you missed a segment, check out Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 and Part 4.

As expected during this roundtable, the subject of goaltending for the Los Angeles Kings came up. Here we talk about Jonathin Quick’s performance, whether or not Terry Murray trusts Erik Ersberg and if Jonathan Bernier is the future netminder for the team. Which goaltender do you think starts the majority of the games next season?

If you missed a segment, check out Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3.

The Los Angeles Kings Post-Season Roundtable discussion continues with Part 3. In this installment, the group breaks down the pros and cons of acquiring the Russian star forward Ilya Kovalchuk with some interesting arguments from both sides. Should the Kings go after Ilya Kovalchuk?

Miss a segment? Check out Part 2 and Part 1.

The Los Angeles Kings Post-Season Roundtable continues with the media that covers the Kings on a regular basis. In this segment we talk about the progress and future of Kings defenseman Jack Johnson as well as Alexander Frolov’s status with the team and contract situation for next year. Should the LA Kings re-sign Frolov?

In case you missed Part 1, you can find it here.

Now that the LA Kings season has concluded, it was time to sum up the season and talk about the future. That’s why we assembled some of the brightest minds in local media to talk Kings hockey. In this segment we talk about the coaching, line combinations, staying on message and Drew Doughty. Stay tuned for much, much more!

If you’re a Los Angeles Kings fan, you know last night sucked. The Vancouver Canucks steamrolled the Kings in Game 5. Jonathan Quick was pulled. Erik Ersberg was pulled. Everybody was downright awful. Game 6 is a must-win for the boys in black. Can they do it? Question of the Day: Where do you golf in the offseason?

It was a good effort by the LA Kings in Game 4 but the Vancouver Canucks came up the winners in regulation. With a series now a 2-2 tie, Keith and Chris talk about the Kings and the game that was and the games to come. Question of the Day: What does Terry Murray with the lineup in the upcoming game?

The playoffs draught for the Los Angeles Kings has ended and KingsCast chimes in (Tiger Woods style) with the long, painful journey it took to get there. Remember the years of pain? The more it resonates, the more it makes today sweet. Go Kings!

The bet between Keith of KingsCast and Chris of The Hockey Zen has come to a close. The Los Angeles Kings finished 37 points ahead of the Edmonton Oilers (with one game left to play) this season which means Chris has to do some serious drinking. In this episode we discuss today’s shootout loss to the Oilers and celebrate the most lopsided bet in history.

Keith and Chris are back talking LA Kings hockey. In this episode we take you back to 2005-2006 to experience our agony of what it’s like to barely miss the playoffs. We also introduce a brand new segment entitled “If I Were…” and talk a little goaltending. Question of the Day: Who Should be the Backup Goaltender Going into the Playoffs?

As if adjusting to daylight savings time wasn’t hard enough, the Los Angeles Kings played Sunday’s game at 12PM. In this episode, we talk about the games against the Stars and Predators, discuss the Jonathan Bernier/Erik Ersberg situation and give some thoughts on the upcoming playoff run. Question of the Day: Which team do you want the Kings to face in the first round of the playoffs?

The team is back in action and the LA Kings are surging into the playoffs. Tonight, Keith and Chris talk about the games up to now, enjoy the thoughts of the upcoming playoffs and say goodbye to Teddy Purcell. Enjoy!

Prior to Saturday’s game against the Montreal Canadiens, Chris Kaliszewski took part in an interview with Team 990 Montreal. Here he talks about the Los Angeles Kings and guarantees a victory. If the Kings don’t win, Chris has to wear a Montreal jersey in the next edition of Overtime. We all know who won and look forward to seeing Chris in a Habs jersey soon!

If you’ve ever watched Overtime then you know who Chris and Adrian Nadeau at The Hockey Zen are. Chris and I have a bit of history as we made a little bet in the off-season that has materialized into the most lopsided bet in history.

Recently, Chris and Adrian started doing a Fan Series on their show. Here, they invite a fan of each NHL team to do a quick video explaining why they are so passionately devoted to their team. This time, the Los Angeles Kings get their turn and your favorite LA vloggers got a shot to make their case for the Kings.

Affectionately called California Love, this episode is a must watch for any LA Kings fans. So jump on over to The Hockey Zen and share your love of the team!

Check out the video on The Hockey Zen TV Show.

The Los Angeles Kings closed out February with a nice win over the Colorado Avalanche and some of the team can enjoy a nice break during the Olympics. In this episode we talk about the Kings play going into the Olympic break as well as the game against the Avs. Question of the Day: What LA King will have the biggest impact on their Olympic Roster?

Gann Matsuda continues his interview with Dean Lombardi and talks a little goaltending. via Frozen Royalty

Is Anze Kopitar an elite player? via View From My Seats

Everybody’s favorite LA Kings reporter has an open forum. Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6 & Part 7. Part 7. via LA Kings Insider

Was Don Waddell in New Jersey to talk with Dean Lombardi or just to scout opponents? via Jewels From the Crown

Breakdown of the Kings/Ducks game on Thursday night. via Jewels from the Crown

The one blog whose game day previews actually crack me up. via Battle of California

A lot of talk going on about Anze Kopitar. Is Kopi’s “resurgence” the reason why we’re in a really good place right now? via NHL.com

Who do you trust when it comes to the rumor mill? via Jewels from the Crown

Your favorite vloggers are back in action talking about the latest in Kings hockey. via KingsCast

The LA Kings are on fire. In this episode we talk about the Kings 8-game win streak, give our thoughts on the game against the Anaheim Ducks, interview a guy who didn’t have an NHL team to cheer for and discuss the Devils trade for Ilya Kovalchuk. Question of the Day: Who should the Los Angeles Kings trade for at the deadline?

John T. Meyer’s PickMyNHLTeam.com

KingsCast invaded Staples Center for Tip a King 2010 and got interviews by Raitus Ivanans, Oscar Moller, Jim Fox, Scott Parse, Ice Captain Debbie and Bailey. It was a great day for the Los Angeles Kings fans. If you were there, what was your favorite experience? How many Kings autographs did you score?

When the LA Kings play the Anaheim Ducks, you know it’s going to be a spirited game. In this episode we break down the game, give some thoughts on the fan atmosphere and crown a new Fan of the Game. Question of the Day: What would you re-name the Kings/Ducks rivalry to?

We love it when you guys send us email, Tweets and notes on Facebook but this one takes the cake. Recently, Chris Kaliszewski and I had the opportunity to do a little dance number with LA Kings Dustin Brown, Anze Kopitar and Drew Doughty. It was for the kids. But one of you out there must have had a hidden camera and captured this little ditty. Enjoy!

Continuing with Hockeywood, LA’s “Figure Eight” promotion, we close it out with a Christmas Day treat giving you our reasons to be a Los Angeles Kings fan. What are yours?

The Los Angeles Kings are back in Oiler town and that means it’s time for KingsCast and The Hockey Zen to drop the gloves and get down to business. Get in on the action as both shows talk about the Kings and Oilers game last night at Rexall Place. Question of the Day: What’s your beverage of choice while watching hockey?

While Kopitar’s points have trailed off into oblivion, secondary scoring has kicked into high gear. Here we’ll break down the games and make some observations about FSN’s TV advertising. Question of the Day: if you got a new jersey for Christmas, what player would be on the back?

On the eve of Luc Robitaille’s induction to the Hockey Hall of Fame, we release this episode about the face of the Los Angeles Kings. Here we discuss what Luc has meant to the hearts of the fans of the LA Kings and pay our special tribute. What are your favorite memories of Luc?

While the offense tapered off in the last two games, the Los Angeles Kings squeezed out a couple of points in overtime to remain at the top of the Pacific Division. Here we take you through “Canada Night” at Staples Center and give some in-game Kings analysis.

The Los Angeles Kings are on a tear through the Western Conference and Anze Kopitar leads the NHL in scoring. Are these LA Kings for real?

The penalty kill might need work but these Los Angeles Kings have found a way to score in bunches. In this episode we walk you through the game against the Wild and talk about where the Kings need to improve.

The puck has dropped on the 09-10 NHL season. In this episode we returned to Staples Center to watch the Los Angeles Kings take on the Phoenix Coyotes. It was a very tough game. Where do we go from here?

Frozen Fury is a pre-season mecca for Los Angeles Kings fans in Las Vegas. As the Kings take on the Colorado Avalanche, Keith and Chris look at the game, and the fan experience. In this episode we introduce a new segment we call Fan of the Game. Part 1 of 3 in our Frozen Fury “Vegas Trilogy” series.

Join the cast of KingsCast on Saturday, September 26th in Las Vegas, Nevada for the first ever Frozen Fury KingsCast meetup! We’ll see you at the bar at Diego Restaurant in the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino from 5:00PM-6:30PM, just before the Los Angeles Kings take on the Colorado Avalanche.

Get a chance to meet fellow LA Kings fans and the hosts of KingsCast before what is one of the most spirited games of the season. The first 25 people through the door will receive a grab bag featuring a Special Edition KingsCast DVD (with an exclusive bloopers reel), stickers and a t-shirt. The Los Angeles Kings have generously donated an autographed player photo for each bag.

There is no cost to attend this event. It’s simply a great way to party it up before Frozen Fury. Diego Restaurant is conveniently located right across from the arena. The MGM Grand is located at 3799 S. Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109. For more information about the MGM Grand, please call (877) 880-0880.

If you’re on Twitter, RSVP for the event here. If you’re not, that’s okay, we’ll let you in anyway!

The is the pre-party for Los Angeles Kings fans. Who’s coming?

The brand new original series, brought to you by KingsCast, profiles the devoted, sometimes crazy world of Los Angeles Kings fans. In this inaugural installment, Keith and Chris travel down to Orange County to check out the insane hockey memorabilia collection of an LA Kings super-fan.

As a fan of the Los Angeles Kings, we are conditioned to slow starts, rapid fall-offs and just not making the playoffs. It happens. With only one Stanely Cup Finals appearance in 43 years, it’s understandable for an LA Kings fan to expect very little. Since the lockout we’ve seen the likes of Jeremy Roenick, Brian Willsie and Yutaka Fukufuji come through the ranks. We also saw a significant regime change that resulted in three consecutive top 5 picks. To date there’s nothing to hang our hat on. Fans laugh at us, mock us and expect us fizzle out in the bottom of the Pacific Division yet again. Well, I’m here today to tell you that this is not the case anymore. Be on notice, NHL fans, the Los Angeles Kings are coming for you. With a fresh dose of confidence, here’s why:

1. Ryan Smyth – While this 33-year old former Oiler-for-life may have had his injuries and could be “past his prime”, his 26 goals and 33 assists for 59 points last season will drastically help this offensively anemic team. Why? Matt Moulson started on the top line last season and in 7 games he had 1 goal and 0 assists. So Kyle Calder took over. He scored a slightly more but still dreadful 8 goals and 19 assists for 27 points in 79 games. That’s a 31 point differential. Not to mention Ryan Smyth is loaded with character while Matt Moulson looks like Snoopy and Kyle Calder was on the Price is Right.

2. Consistent goaltending – Sure, the young and relatively unproven tandem of Jonathan Quick and Erik Ersberg could be a flash in the pan but I prefer them to the following netminders who have passed through the organization: Mathieu Garon, Jason LaBarbera, Dan Cloutier, Barry Brust, Yutaka Fukufuji, Sean Burke (the guy practically qualified for AARP when with the team) and Dan Taylor. If Quick or Ersberg should stumble or succumb to injury, Jonathan Bernier (who seems like he now has his head on straight) will be ready for the challenge.

3. Dean Lombardi – Regardless of the fact that he has given us three seasons of consistent losing, he is re-building the right way. Long gone are the days when you trade Jeff Tambellini and Denis Grebeshkov for Mark Parrish and Brent Sopel just to make the playoffs with no shot at winning a Stanley Cup. Dean Lombardi has ripped apart and re-built our scouting system, development programs, video development and team. After a bit of losing, I’m happy we have Drew Doughty, Thomas Hickey, Wayne Simmonds, Oscar Moller and many others. We have a strong stable of rookies who are already making an impact and many more coming up.

4. Defense – Remember Nathan Dempsey, Jeff Cowan, Mike Weaver and Olev Tverdovsky? They have now been replaced by Drew Doughty, Jack Johnson, Rob Scuderi, Matt Greene and Sean O’Donnell. This team was seventh in the league on the Penalty Kill last season without Rob Scuderi and, for much of the season, Jack Johnson. Think you’ll miss Kyle Quincey? Not if Jack Johnson’s strong performance at the IIHF World Championships this year holds up (7 points in 9 games). Drew Doughty lead all rookies in Average Time on Ice by a large margin (a full 2:17 over second place Luke Schenn). Will he suffer that sophomore slump? I don’t think so.

5. Kings Vision – The fine folks behind the scenes of the on-line world at the Los Angeles Kings had a bit of a makeover as well when Dean Lombardi took the helm. Gone is that wretched website that no one could use and would always crash on my Mac. Instead, they hired Heidi Androl and started covering the Kings with regular video shows on Kings Vision. Now, instead of a small blurb in the Los Angeles Times, we get ’round the clock video interviews and features that can satisfy the hunger of even the most rabid LA Kings fan (combined with episodes of Overtime by KingsCast). Kings Vision has personality and it’s engaging. The website is great and the Kings are even breaking news on Twitter. Giving this level of access to the fans is key.

6. Downtown LA – Remember when commuting to Staples Center meant gambling with your life as bullets whizzed by? Having a drink after a game meant getting a forty from the 7-11 and drinking it from a paper bag? No more as AEG has almost completed the spectacular LA Live which hosts a theatre, a plethora of good restaurants and, soon, a Ritz Carlton (with residences starting at a paltry $1.8 million). Downtown Los Angeles has been revitalized, despite the sluggish economy. Restaurants and bars have been opening to a great deal of fanfare. In fact, I hang out in downtown now as much as I do the rest of the city (even on non-game nights).

So, yeah, I’m (still) excited to be a Los Angeles Kings fan. I think this team is going to be a force this year. We’re not winning a Cup but we’re going to make some noise in the playoffs. And, hey, if not, there’s a lot of ways to drown my sorrows after the game.

So are you excited this year or are you going in expecting the worst? What are your 6 reasons to be a LA Kings fan this year? For that matter, what are your 6 reasons not to be?