
Kings Ink Gustafsson, Perunovich, Pederson, and Jenik to New Deals
The Los Angeles Kings announced a series of contracts that could reshape their blue line and forward corps heading into the 2026‑27 season.
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The Los Angeles Kings announced a series of contracts that could reshape their blue line and forward corps heading into the 2026‑27 season.

The Kings have committed $850,000 annually to Jan Jeník, a Czech forward with a strong AHL pedigree and international experience.

St. Louis secures Mason McTavish from Anaheim, trading away 2026 first‑round picks, to add a 23‑year‑old forward with 181 NHL points and international championship experience.

Zack Stortini is appointed head coach of the newly formed New Mexico Goatheads, an ECHL expansion team set to debut in the 2026‑27 season.

The OHL's Under‑18 Priority Selection is emerging as a vital route for players who bypass traditional midget‑AAA pathways, delivering championship teams, NHL contracts and future stars.

Kalia Pharand, a biology student and Ontario Women’s Hockey Association standout, and her brother Alex Pharand, a business major and former Windsor Spitfires forward, have both pledged to play for Clarkson’s Golden Knights. Their paths reflect a shared upbringing, distinct on‑ice achievements, and the impact of a recent NCAA eligibility shift that opens new opportunities for Canadian Hockey League players.