The circumstances were particularly meaningful for Pittsburgh forward Blake Lizotte, who started his NHL career with the Kings and had 106 points (37 goals, 69 assists) in 320 games for them. This was his first game at Crypto.com Arena as a visitor, but the LAFD hat he wore after the morning skate reflected the larger circumstances.

The Los Angeles Kings honored firefighters and first responders in the first game back in their downtown arena since the catastrophic wildfires that devastated large parts of Los Angeles.

The Kings' pool is deep between the pipes and has a handful of interesting forwards, but really thins out on defense.

As several devastating wildfires tear through the Los Angeles area, the NHL is prioritizing the safety of residents and players by agreeing to postpone Wednesday's game between the Kings and Calgary Flames. The league and team posted statements announcing the news to X, with a makeup date for the contest yet to be confirmed.

Wednesday night's game between the Los Angeles Kings and visiting Calgary Flames has been postponed due to ongoing wildfires in the Los Angeles area.