All The Kings Men | LA Kings
744 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 274 ratingsThe official podcast of your LA Kings, All The Kings Men features interviews with players and personalities from the Kings and the rest of the hockey world. Hosted by Jesse Cohen, new episodes publish Monday and Thursday mornings.
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Episodes
2022 WJC Recap w/ Cameron Gaunce
August 22, 2022 12:00 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MBOntario Reign defenseman Cameron Gaunce joins host Jesse Cohen to give his evaluation for how three Kings prospects performed at the 2022 World Junior Championship. Gaunce has played for the Reign for the past two seasons and has first hand experience playing with both Helge Grans and Samuel Helenius. The veteran defenseman also shares his perspective on the evolution of the Ontario Reign in recent seasons and what the upcoming season may have in store for the fans.
Behind The Scenes w/ Daryl Evans
August 18, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 67 MBDaryl Evans joins Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley to give some insight into the role of an NHL Color Commentator. The Kings broadcaster reveals some of the preparation work that goes into calling a game and shares his perspective on his role within the organization and the community.
Manon Rhéaume, Hockey Operations/Prospect Advisor
August 15, 2022 12:00 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBThe LA Kings have hired Manon Rheaume as a Hockey Operations/Prospect Advisor. Rheaume, who became the first woman to play an NHL game when she tended the crease in a pre-season game for the Lightning in 1992, will work alongside executives within the hockey operations department in multiple areas, with a focus on prospect development. She will report to Director of Player Personnel, Nelson Emerson and joins Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley to discuss her new role with the Kings and her incredible...
WJC Preview w/ Chris Peters
August 08, 2022 12:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBThe (rescheduled) 2022 World Junior Championship begins on August 9th in Edmonton. Chris Peters joins host Jesse Cohen to preview the tournament. Peters highlights the play of Helge Grans, Samuel Helenius and Kasper Simontaival after discussing Canada's controversial omission.
Introducing Kevin Fiala
August 04, 2022 12:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBNewly acquired forward Kevin Fiala joins Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley on this episode of All The Kings Men. Fiala signed a 7 year extension immediately following the trade that brought him to LA. The Swiss native scored 85 points in 82 games for the Minnesota Wild during the 2021-22 season. After the conversation with Kevin Fiala, stick around to hear from the General Manager of IFK Helsinki, Tobias Salmelainen, as he reveals what Kings fans can expect from newly drafted defenseman Otto Salin.
Glen Murray, Director of Player Development
August 01, 2022 12:00 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBGlen Murray, Director of Player Development for the LA Kings, joins Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley for a fascinating conversation about the world of player development. Murray, an NHL veteran and former Kings forward, discusses the importance of developing a variety of skills both on and off the ice and answers some questions from Kings fans.
Behind The Scenes w/ Alex Faust
July 28, 2022 12:00 - 57 minutes - 52.9 MBAlex Faust joins Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley to give some insight into the role of an NHL Play-by-Play Announcer. The Kings broadcaster reveals some of the preparation work that goes into calling a game and shares his perspective on his role within the organization and the community.
2022 Draft Evaluation: Jared Wright & Off-Season Update
July 25, 2022 12:00 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBNick Blaesser of the Omaha Lancers joins host Jesse Cohen to talk about Kings prospect Jared Wright. Wright was selected by the Kings in the 6th round and is expected to return to the Lancers for the 2022-23 season. Then Daryl Evans stops by for an update on the off-season moves made by the Kings and their Pacific Division rivals.
Development Recap w/ Jarret Stoll
July 21, 2022 12:00 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBLA Kings Development Camp is done and the responses were overwhelmingly positive. Mike Donnelly said "it’s probably one of the best development camps that I can remember as a whole." Jarret Stoll joins host Jesse Cohen to provide some details about what happens at Development Camp, which players stood out and answered some fan submitted questions as well.
Development Camp Recap w/ Jarret Stoll
July 21, 2022 12:00 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBLA Kings Development Camp is done and the responses were overwhelmingly positive. Mike Donnelly said "it’s probably one of the best development camps that I can remember as a whole." Jarret Stoll joins host Jesse Cohen to provide some details about what happens at Development Camp, which players stood out and answered some fan submitted questions as well.
Breaking Down The 4th Round Picks (Connors & Booth)
July 18, 2022 12:00 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBThe LA Kings made seven selections at the 2022 NHL Entry Draft in Montreal including two, Kenny Connors (103rd) and Angus Booth (116th), in the fourth round. Jordan Kuhns (Dubuque Fighting Saints) and Ben Houle (Shawinigan Cataractes) join host Jesse Cohen to discuss Connors and Booth respectively.
2022 Draft Analysis w/ Mark Yannetti
July 14, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBMark Yannetti rejoins the podcast to discuss the seven players selected by the Kings in Montreal. The Kings Director of Amateur Scouting explained the selection processes that lead to the drafting of Jack Hughes, Kenny Connors, Angus Booth, Otto Salin, Jared Wright,Jack Sparkes and Kaleb Lawrence. Yannetti also graciously answered some additional questions submitted by LA Kings fans.
Jack Hughes Analysis, Offseason Update & Development Camp Preview
July 11, 2022 12:00 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MB01:00 - 11:45 Jim Connelly on Jack Hughes 12:15 - 32:38 10 Questions for the Offseason 32:40 - 53:49 Development Camp Preview
Draft Talk w/ Mark Yannetti
July 04, 2022 12:00 - 56 minutes - 52 MBWith the 2022 NHL Entry Draft taking place at the end of the week, it seemed like the perfect time to check in with Mark Yannetti. The Director of Amateur Scouting joined Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley to talk draft philosophy and how the organizations draft strategy may have shifted as a result of last week's trade.
Kevin Fiala Trade Analysis w/ Pete Weber & Michael Russo
July 02, 2022 12:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBThe LA Kings acquired Kevin Fiala from the Minnesota Wild on Wednesday in exchange for Brock Faber and the Kings first round draft pick in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft (19th overall). Pete Weber, play-by-play for the Nashville Predators, joined Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley to talk about Fiala's time in Nashville and the type of player he was at the beginning of his NHL career. Then Michael Russo of The Athletic and Jack Jablonski join Jesse Cohen to talk about Fiala's time with the Wild and what h...
Kevin Fiala Trade Reaction w/ Zach Dooley
June 30, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBThe LA Kings have acquired Kevin Fiala from the Minnesota Wild in exchange for Brock Faber and the 19th overall pick in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft. Fiala scored 33 goals and 85 points for the Wild during the 2021-22 season and turns 26 on July 22nd. Zach Dooley joins host Jesse Cohen with an immediate reaction to the trade.
Kevin Fiala Trade Reaction
June 30, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 38.4 MBThe LA Kings have acquired Kevin Fiala from the Minnesota Wild in exchange for Brock Faber and the 19th overall pick in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft. Fiala scored 33 goals and 85 points for the Wild during the 2021-22 season and turns 26 on July 22nd. Zach Dooley joins host Jesse Cohen with an immediate reaction to the trade.
2022 Draft Scouting (19th Overall) w/ Chris Peters
June 27, 2022 12:00 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MBThe 2022 NHL Entry Draft takes place July 7th and 85h in Montreal and the LA Kings currently hold the 19th overall pick. Chris Peters, Daily Faceoff, recently submitted his Draft Ranking for the Top 100 prospects and joins host Jesse Cohen to discuss some players the Kings could select in the 1st round.
Offseason Update w/ Zach Dooley & Daryl Evans
June 23, 2022 12:00 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBThe Stanley Cup playoffs are still underway but the LA Kings have already kicked off their offseason. Zach Dooley joins host Jesse Cohen to talk about a handful of transactions the Kings have already made this summer and explore what those moves might mean for the organization in the 2022-23 season and beyond. Then Daryl Evans drops in to take another look back at the 2021-22 season and offer some perspective on how the franchise operates and what it takes to succeed in professional hockey.
2022 Draft Scouting (Sweden) w/ Sixten Funqvist
June 20, 2022 12:00 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBThe 2022 NHL Entry Draft takes place July 7th and 85h in Montreal. Sixten Funqvist joins host Jesse Cohen to talk about the top prospects playing in Sweden that could be available to be drafted by the LA Kings. Sixten correctly identified Helge Grans as a potential draft target of the LA Kings in the run up to the 2020 NHL Entry Draft.
Edward Egros 2021-22 Season Evaluation Part 3 (Goalies)
June 16, 2022 12:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBEdward Egros joins host Jesse Cohen for the third in a series of conversations about how to make sense of the 2021-22 LA Kings season. This episode focuses on the goaltenders and the advanced analytics that are used to gauge their performances.
2022 Draft Scouting (Goalies & Sleepers) w/ Tony Ferrari
June 13, 2022 12:00 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MBThe 2022 NHL Entry Draft takes place July 7th and 85h in Montreal. Tony Ferrari (The Hockey News) joins host Jesse Cohen to talk about the top goalies in the upcoming draft. Ferrari also identifies some "sleeper" forwards that could be available to the Kings outside of the first round.
Edward Egros 2021-22 Season Evaluation Part 2
June 09, 2022 12:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MBEdward Egros joins host Jesse Cohen for the second in a series of conversations about how to make sense of the 2021-22 LA Kings season. This episode focuses on the difference between expected goals (xG) and actual goals (G) and what the difference between the two might mean for the future of the Kings.
2022 Draft Scouting (Left Handed Defensemen) w/ Will Scouch
June 06, 2022 12:00 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBThe 2022 NHL Entry Draft takes place July 7th and 85h in Montreal. Will Scouch (Scouching/McKeen's) joins host Jesse Cohen to talk about seven left handed defensemen that could potentially wind up drafted by the LA Kings.
Edward Egros 2021-22 Season Evaluation Part 1
June 03, 2022 12:00 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBEdward Egros joins host Jesse Cohen for the first of a series of conversations about how to make sense of the 2021-22 LA Kings season.
The 10 Biggest Questions For The 2022 LA Kings Offseason
May 26, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBTOP 10 QUESTIONS FOR THE SUMMER OF 10 - What will the other teams in the Pacific Division do this summer? 9 - What will the Kings do at the Draft? 8 - Will Adrian Kempe re-sign? 7 - Will Mikey Anderson re-sign? 6 - How will the left side of the defense evolve? 5 - How will the right side of the defense evolve? 4 - Which RFA forwards will be given opportunities? 3 - Which UFA veterans will be retained? 2 - Will the team make any trades to upgrade the roster? 1 - Will the team seek ...
The 10 Questions For The 2022 LA Kings Offseason
May 26, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBTOP 10 QUESTIONS FOR THE SUMMER OF 10 - What will the other teams in the Pacific Division do this summer? 9 - What will the Kings do at the Draft? 8 - Will Adrian Kempe re-sign? 7 - Will Mikey Anderson re-sign? 6 - How will the left side of the defense evolve? 5 - How will the right side of the defense evolve? 4 - Which RFA forwards will be given opportunities? 3 - Which UFA veterans will be retained? 2 - Will the team make any trades to upgrade the roster? 1 - Will the team seek ...
Royal Half Reflections (on Dustin Brown & the 2021-22 Season)
May 23, 2022 12:00 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBBefore we look to the future of the LA Kings and a busy 2022 summer, it's time to look backwards. The Royal Half joins host Jesse Cohen to talk about what the career of Dustin Brown meant to them. The pair reflect on the impact Dustin Brown had on Kings fans during his career and take a final look back at the 2021-22 season.
Playoff & Exit Interview Recap
May 17, 2022 12:00 - 57 minutes - 53 MBZach Dooley joins host Jesse Cohen for a final look at the first round matchup between the LA Kings and Edmonton Oilers. The duo also discusses the major talking points from Monday's final media availability with Todd McLellean, Rob Blake and many of the LA Kings players.
Kings vs Oilers Game 6 Recap & Game 7 Preview
May 14, 2022 12:00 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBThe LA Kings and Edmonton Oilers will need seven games to decide their first round matchup in the Stanley Cup Playoffs! Zach Dooley joins host Jesse Cohen to preview the final game and Jesse's Dad shared his thoughts on the loss in game six.
Kings vs Oilers Game 5 Recap
May 11, 2022 12:00 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBAdrian Kempe scored his second goal of the night 1:12 into OT to give the Kings a 5-4 win over the Edmonton Oilers. The Kings now lead the series 3-2 with a chance to eliminate Edmonton at home in Game 6. The Royal Half joined host Jesse Cohen following the game to mark the passing of time and talk about the first round matchup.
Kings vs Oilers Game 4 Recap
May 09, 2022 12:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBThe LA Kings defeated the Edmonton Oilers on home ice Sunday night. The 4-0 win tied the series at 2-2 with Game 5 scheduled for Tuesday night in Edmonton. Trevor Moore and Troy Stecher scored in the first period, Carl Grundstrom scored a pair in the third and Jonathan Quick stopped 31 shots to earn the 10th playoff shutout of his career. Jesse Cohen was joined by a group of dedicated fans on Chick Hearn Court to talk about the game.
Kings vs Oilers Game 3 Recap
May 07, 2022 23:30 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MBThe LA Kings suffered an 8-2 loss at home to fall to 1-2 in their first round matchup against the Edmonton Oilers. Jack Jablonski and Zach Dooley joined host Jesse Cohen following Saturday morning's practice to discuss the disappointing loss, what it means for the series and how to address the team's issues heading into game 4.
Kings vs Oilers Game 2 Recap
May 05, 2022 09:00 - 48 minutes - 44.3 MBThe LA Kings were shutout in Edmonton as the Oilers rebounded from a game one loss and tied the series at 1-1. Jack Jablonski joined host Jesse Cohen immediately following the game to break down the action, name a player of the game and take a look ahead at what fans should look for in game three.
Kings vs Oilers Game 1 Recap
May 03, 2022 09:00 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBThe LA Kings defeated the Edmonton Oilers to take a 1-0 lead in their first round matchup in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Trevor Moore lead the way with a goal and two assists and Jonathan Quick made 36 saves to secure the Kings first playoff win of the year. Jack Jablonski joined host Jesse Cohen immediately following the game to break down the action, name a player of the game and take a look ahead at what fans should look for in game two.
Round One Preview (w/ Stoll, Evans & McKenna)
May 02, 2022 12:00 - 45 minutes - 41.2 MBThe LA Kings return to the Stanley Cup Playoffs and face the Edmonton Oilers in the first round. Host Jesse Cohen previews the Pacific Division showdown with help from Jarret Stoll (forwards), Daryl Evans (defense) and Mike McKenna (goalies).
Thank You Dustin Brown
April 30, 2022 02:12 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MBDustin Brown announced today his plans to retire at the conclusion of the LA Kings 2021-22 season. Brown was drafted 13th overall by the Kings in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft and leads the franchise in games played. Kings broadcasters Jim Fox and Nick NIckson joined host Jesse Cohen immediately following the press conference to talk about what Dustin Brown's career meant to the organization and it's fans.
Top 10 Questions: Final Answers 2021-22 LA Kings
April 26, 2022 12:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBBefore the start of the 2021-22 NHL Season we asked Jim Fox and Nick Nickson about the 10 biggest questions facing the LA Kings. The pair of Kings broadcasters return now with two games left in the season to look back at how those storylines played out for the Kings. TOP 10 QUESTIONS FOR THE 2021-22 LA KINGS 10 - Will Cal Petersen convincingly claim the starters role? 9 - Will Viktor Arvidsson have a bounce back offensive season? 8 - How will Phillip Danault impact the offense and defens...
10 Biggest Questions: Final Answers (2021-22 LA Kings)
April 26, 2022 12:00 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBBefore the start of the 2021-22 NHL Season we asked Jim Fox and Nick Nickson about the 10 biggest questions facing the LA Kings. The pair of Kings broadcasters return now with two games left in the season to look back at how those storylines played out for the Kings. TOP 10 QUESTIONS FOR THE 2021-22 LA KINGS 10 - Will Cal Petersen convincingly claim the starters role? 9 - Will Viktor Arvidsson have a bounce back offensive season? 8 - How will Phillip Danault impact the offense and defens...
2021-22 LA Kings Awards w/ Zach Dooley
April 21, 2022 12:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MBZach Dooley joins host Jesse Cohen to breakdown the LA Kings latest victory over the Anaheim Ducks. The pair also discuss potential winners of the team awards for the 2021-22 season.
Week 27 Recap w/ Zach Dooley, Carrlyn Bathe & Mike Hammer
April 18, 2022 12:00 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MBZach Dooley joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week and revisit some big Kings news from the past week. Then Carrlyn Bathe and her husband Mike Hammer help preview the upcoming games against the Anaheim Ducks and reveal how a running joke becomes a t-shirt in record time.
Catching Up With The Kings
April 14, 2022 12:00 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBJack Jablonski joins host Jesse Cohen to crown a King of the Week (April 4th -10th) and to react to an up down week in Kings hockey.
Ontario Reign GM Rich Seeley
April 07, 2022 12:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBThe Ontario Reign are celebrating their affiliation with the Kings this Sunday and Reign GM Rich Seeley joins host Jesse Cohen to talk about the challenges he's faced this season. The Reign are currently in second place in the Pacific Division of the AHL and have already clinched a berth in the 2021-22 Calder Cup Playoffs. Jared Shafran and Zach Dooley also appear to talk about the Kings prospect pool and the players that have split time between LA and Ontario.
Week 25 Recap & A Chat w/ Opie Otterstad
April 04, 2022 12:00 - 56 minutes - 52 MBA painting was commissioned and given to Jonathan Quick in recognition of his 700th game and the artist, Opie Otterstad, joins host Jesse Cohen to talk about the process of making the piece and some of the details hidden inside it. The Bannermen are also back to help crown another King of the Week for a week that saw the Kings pick up 5 of a possible 6 points on the road.
Week 24 Recap & A Chat w/ Trevor Moore
March 28, 2022 12:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBTrevor Moore joins host Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley to talk about his recent success, his linemates and (of course) Thousand Oaks. Sarah Avampato (Locked On Kings) also stops by to help crown another King of the Week.
Introducing Troy Stecher
March 24, 2022 12:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBNewly acquired defenseman Troy Stecher joins Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley on this episode of All The Kings Men. Stecher was acquired from the Red Wings in a deal at the Trade Deadline but played in Vancouver for four seasons, mostly alongside Alex Edler. Thomas Drance (The Athletic) covered Stecher in Vancouver and also joined us to talk about a player (Stecher) he described as "his favorite."
Postgame Podcast: Kings vs Predators
March 23, 2022 07:45 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MBDennis Bernstein (The 4th Period) and Kings PA Trevor Rabone joined host Jesse Cohen immediately following the LA Kings victory over the Nashville Predators Tuesday night.
Daniel Armbruster of Joywave
March 19, 2022 18:36 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBBuffalo Sabres fan and Joywave front man Daniel Armbruster joined host Jesse Cohen just before the Kings played the Sabres in Buffalo. Armbruster shared his thoughts on the Jack Eichel trade, the Buffalo Sabres top ranked prospect pool and what touring is like in the midst of a pandemic. Joywave's new album is called Cleanse and is excellent.
Week 22 Recap & Panthers Postgame
March 14, 2022 11:00 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MBThe LA Kings became the first team in the 2021-22 NHL Season to defeat the Florida Panthers when trailing at the start of the 3rd period. Zach Dooley and Carrlyn Bathe joined host Jesse Cohen immediately following the LA Kings shootout victory over the Panthers to talk about about the surprising win. The trio also crown another King of the Week and discuss the mounting injuries for the LA Kings.
Week 21 Recap & A Chat w/ Blake Lizotte
March 07, 2022 13:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBZach Dooley joined host Jesse Cohen to crown another King of the Week following the Kings victory in Buffalo. The pair also talked to Kings forward Blake Lizotte following the Kings dramatic win in Columbus. Lizotte talks about the role he and his linemates play with the Kings, his NHL career and there's even some talk about Batman.