The LA Kings are still stuck at the bottom of the league, but at least their front office isn't roasting them in the news? We can only go up from here!

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140: New Year, Same Kings

The Kings' 2018-19 season isn't getting any better. Time to talk about who we'd miss the most if traded and gush over the few bright spots in the last month.

130: Put a Little Luff In Your Heart

Bottom of the league, new coach, goalie injuries. There's no way to sugarcoat it: The Kings are in trouble this season. LA's players seem to have taken an extended preseason, so hopefully, no one noticed that Thx Bud did too. But we're back!

138: Kings Ain't It, Chief

The 2018 playoffs have begun! Chanelle and Diane dig into the good, the bad and the ridiculous about all the Game 1s around the NHL.

137: Playoffs Are Go!

The Kings make the 2018 Stanley Cup Playoffs, and then Dustin Brown scores four goals?! Fans have nothing but reasons to celebrate right now. Chanelle and Diane dive into the wealth of highlights from the past couple weeks and look ahead to the most exciting teams and matchups entering the postseason. ALSO, bonus question for the Harry Potter nerds: Is Luc Robitaille a veela?

136: That's Dustin Brown's Music!

Though the Kings refuse to give themselves any cushion in the Pacific Division, individual players are still making Chanelle and Diane's hearts soar by exceeding all expectations. Yes, mainly, KOPITAR. 

135: Literally the Best Anze Kopitar Has Ever Been

In just 3 games since the last pod, the Kings have managed to implode, dominate and also wreck fans with a near-perfect comeback. Jack Campbell got very real about his past pro struggles this week, and Jeff Carter proved he's a superhero. Also, Alex Ovechkin scored his 600th goal and responded to media in the Ovi-est way possible.

134: Young Ovi Is Our Favorite HBO Show

After a brutal, late loss to the Chicago Blackhawks, the Kings turned things around with a big win over Washington. Trevor Lewis is also back in the lineup and back on the score sheet! Chanelle and Diane dig into what's going on with the Kings heading into the home stretch, and then bask in players around the league showing the Kings' top guys major respect.

133: Thanks For The Roller Coaster

Chanelle and Diane celebrate the return of Jeff Carter, and then eat their words on Dion Phaneuf just a little bit. Then saying goodbye to goalie Darcy Kuemper stings, but at least new addition Tobias Rieder has already scored. Plus, it's important to finally get a chance to shout about Olympic hockey (gold! yes!) and some of the funny ups and downs around the league.

Welcome Back Carter

Dion Phaneuf gets older but that Phaneuf to the Kings rumor never aged. And now it's real! Chanelle and Diane try to come to terms with this new, Lombardi-esque trade. On the bright side, at least Darcy Kuemper still brings true joy.

131: Dion Phaneuf Is a King

Heading out of All Star weekend, the Kings nab a commanding win AND there's Jeff Carter news. Rejoice! Plus, fans get to celebrate Alec Martinez being man with a degree in addition to being funny, cute and a scorer of important goals. However, WHY IS MIKE FISHER COMING OUT OF RETIREMENT?!

130: Dads and College Grads

Well, the Kings did exactly what we told them not to do and lost 6 games in a row. AND Jonathan Quick has a nagging injury. They finally managed to pull out a couple wins, but it's tough to trust in a turnaround. At least Darcy Kuemper and Christian Folin are adorable roommates?

129: Dinner Theater

The LA Kings have three all stars! Unfortunately, it's hard to tell they have any when they're on a 4-game losing streak. Chanelle and Diane dive into the ways the roster is being shaken up to spark offense. On the brightest side, Jeff Carter's skating again! Praise tall, blond and handsome silver linings.

128: All-Star Friends

Nearly halfway through the season, the LA Kings are 2nd in the West! Jonathan Quick has earned his 47th career shutout, there may finally be light at the end of this Jeff Carter-less tunnel, and most importantly: John Stevens wants the Kings to have fun. Celebrate, dammit! Plus, USA Hockey makes history with their Olympic roster.

127: Entering The Fun Zone

They've battled through some awesome highs and inexplicable lows, but the Kings have made it through 2018! Chanelle and Diane celebrate milestones for Dustin Brown and Marian Gaborik while gazing cautiously into the unknown for the rest of the season. Also, what the heck is up with Kyle Clifford?! And can Jeff Carter send fans proof of life? Anything!

126: Toasting to the Unexpected

Two dope girls, Chanelle Berlin and Diane Phan, track the good, the wretched, and the ridiculous about the Los Angeles Kings and still leave room to clown headlines from around the NHL.

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