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The LA Kings have two representatives in the Calder Trophy betting odds, but surprisingly, Gabe Vilardi is not one of them.
While the league seems optimistic that a January 1 start date is still achievable, all eyes remain on the World Juniors in the hockey world. It would make sense for the NHL to begin the season immediately after the WJC conclude, similar to the lockout season in 2012-2013. Of course, that season was impacted by the league’s Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations and not a global pandemic.
Regardless of when the season gets underway, the LA Kings will have several new faces in the lineup.