At a time when they are already down one defenseman, the Kings could potentially lose another from their top six, depending upon the results of an NHL disciplinary hearing.
Tom Gilbert is under scrutiny for a hit he put on Ducks forward Nick Ritchie in the second period of Anaheim’s 4-0 victory Tuesday night at Staples Center. No penalty was called.
Gilbert will have a telephone hearing with the league Thursday. If punished, he could be fined or suspended.
Ritchie did not return to the game and underwent the protocol for suspected head injuries.