
Kings Fortify Future with Strategic 2026 Draft Haul
The Los Angeles Kings used a calculated trade back and a deep draft class to add forward depth, defensive talent and goaltending depth, setting the stage for a new wave of development.
Jun 29, 2026
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The Los Angeles Kings used a calculated trade back and a deep draft class to add forward depth, defensive talent and goaltending depth, setting the stage for a new wave of development.

The Los Angeles Kings selected eleven players in the 2026 NHL Draft, led by first‑round forward Elton Hermansson, while a diverse group of prospects from Canada, Slovakia, Russia, Finland, Germany and the United States begin their professional journeys.