EL SEGUNDO, CA — The Los Angeles Kings enter the 2025–26 season at a crossroads. With franchise icon Anze Kopitar set to retire at the end of the year, the team's identity sits squarely between eras. The roster has the depth and experience to surely be a playoff contender, but the question remains: can they take the next step, or will they once again become a stepping stone for a more star-laden opponent come playoff time?
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