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Time of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Veteran Corey Perry joins the Los Angeles Kings in the latest NHL move and is chasing the Stanley Cup dream
NHL-Corey Perry (Credit: Getty Images) Corey Perry has signed a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Kings, marking his sixth team in as many seasons. The former Hart Trophy winner continues his marathon NHL career in pursuit of a second Stanley Cup. Despite turning 40, Perry remains driven, physically ready, and hungry for another run. Corey Perry Signs With LA Kings | NHL Free Agency 2025 Perry reflects on leaving the Oilers and embraces the Kings' challenge Leaving Edmonton wasn't easy for the veteran forward. He praised the Oilers' chemistry and their deep playoff experience. However, the opportunity to join a Kings team eager to contend proved too enticing to pass up. After spending the past two seasons with the Edmonton Oilers, Perry now joins the very team he helped eliminate in consecutive playoffs. The Oilers made back-to-back appearances in the Stanley Cup Final during his stint, though they fell short both times. Still, Perry made an impact, tying his playoff career high with 10 goals last season. A second Cup remains Perry's ultimate goal Perry believes he's still got more to give. He mentioned feeling the strongest he has in years during this past postseason. That physical edge, coupled with his relentless competitive fire, fuels his continued pursuit of the Cup. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Beyond Text Generation: An AI Tool That Helps You Write Better Grammarly Install Now Undo The Curse of Corey Perry Return to Anaheim will be emotional, but business-first Now wearing a Kings jersey, Perry knows it'll feel odd to enter Anaheim as a Pacific Division rival. The Ducks were his home for 14 years, and his roots still run deep in the city. But he's focused on helping Los Angeles win now. FAQs Q: How many Stanley Cups has Corey Perry won? A: One, with the Anaheim Ducks in 2007. Q: Which NHL teams has Perry played for? A: Ducks, Stars, Canadiens, Lightning, Oilers, Blackhawks, and Kings. Q: What motivates Perry to keep playing at age 40? A: His hunger for a second Cup and his son's inspiration. With the Kings aiming to climb back into serious contention. They hope Perry's veteran presence and playoff experience can make the difference. Also Read: Edmonton Oilers linked to $27m veteran Jonathan Marchessault, pressure mounts as Oilers eye scoring boost for NHL 2025-26 season Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Edmonton Journal
4 days ago
- Sport
- Edmonton Journal
He isn't bionic, but this Edmonton Oiler may still become The Six-Million-Dollar-Man: 9 Things
Article content The best thing that could happen for the Edmonton Oilers this season would be for their home-grown goaltender to develop into a true, consistent, reliable '1-A'. Article content If the Oilers can rebuild him, make him better than he was. Better, stronger, faster… Article content Article content Would Stuart Skinner then become the Oilers Six-Million Dollar Man? Article content Article content 9 Things Article content Article content 9. The Edmonton Oilers Leon Draisaitl has won the 2025 ESPY for Best NHL Player. The ESPYS celebrate excellence and achievements in sport. Too bad those judges did not also vote for the Hart Trophy. Article content 8. As we near the dog days of August, it is worth watching whether a PTO or three are secured in Edmonton. Sometimes, useful players just can not find the contract they are hoping for but are willing to work for one. Maybe a winger with some grit (Brett Leason, Klim Kostin) or an organizational LHS D-man (Jon Merrill)? 7. The Oilers dealt 2021 first rounder Xavier Bourgault to Ottawa last summer. This week, Bourgault inked a two-way, at the NHL minimum $775k with the Senators. The return for him was winger Roby Jarventie who played but two games in Bakersfield last season due to a knee injury. Jarventie has also signed a 1-year at the same AAV, reversing his original plans to go to Europe. Article content Article content 6. Scanning the Oilers 2025-26 NHL Regular Season Schedule, what Rogers Placer games leap out as must-sees from a fan standpoint? There is the home opener against Calgary October 8, the battle of Alberta can always be fun. It is always an event when the Leafs come to town, too, this year on February 3. Then, the Stanley Cup Finalists rematch March 19 (although Edmonton is in Sunrise November 22). Article content 5. He does not get much ink. But I think a dark horse player worth watching for the Edmonton Oilers this season is D-man Alec Regula. Claimed from the Boston Bruins on waivers, Regula did not play a game in 2024-25 due to structural knee damage. But he is healthy now, and originally a Stan Bowman draft pick. His 6'4 frame, right shot, hockey sense and offensive upside could challenge for a spot…especially if there is an injury. Article content 4. Speaking of guys 'bubbling under', watching F David Tomasek this fall should be interesting. He has spent the off-season in Prague rehabbing from an injury that prevented him from playing at World's. Tomasek will try to crack the Oilers lineup on a one-way deal in camp. He is a good faceoff man but I think it's more likely he plays wing in the NHL. Then there is the Olympics where Tomasek is a lock to play for the Czech squad. Tomasek nearly signed in Edmonton last year but ended up back in Sweden.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
NHL shockers: 7 Superstar players who've never worn the 'C' despite leading like captains
Nathan Mackinnon of Canada (Credit: Getty Images) In the fast-paced world of the NHL, not all leaders wear the 'C' on their jerseys. Whether it's their on-ice dominance, locker room presence, or playoff heroics, each of these superstars embodies what it means to lead. Despite never being officially handed the captaincy, they are the heartbeat of their teams and the kind of players teammates rally behind. Nathan MacKinnon's TOP GOALS of 2024-25 Nathan MacKinnon runs the Colorado Avalanche without the letter Nathan MacKinnon is the fire behind the Colorado Avalanche's success, a Hart Trophy winner and Stanley Cup champion. MacKinnon sets the tone every game, though Gabriel Landeskog wears the 'C,'. MacKinnon's competitive edge, intense leadership, and relentless drive make him the spiritual leader of the team. Even when Landeskog was sidelined, MacKinnon didn't get the title, just the respect. Evgeni Malkin has led the Pittsburgh Penguins through every battle Evgeni Malkin's loyalty to the Pittsburgh Penguins has never wavered. Playing in Sidney Crosby's shadow hasn't stopped him from becoming one of the franchise's cornerstones. His emotional play, playoff dominance, and three Stanley Cups say it all. While Crosby officially leads the team, Malkin has always shared the leadership responsibilities in the locker room and on the ice. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You To Read in 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Drew Doughty powers the Los Angeles Kings with passion Drew Doughty has been the soul of the Los Angeles Kings' defense for over a decade. With two Stanley Cups and a Norris Trophy, Doughty plays with intensity, honesty, and a never-back-down mentality. While Anze Kopitar wears the 'C,' it's Doughty's voice and energy that often spark the Kings, especially in high-pressure moments. Drew Doughty's Journey Back to the Ice | Black & White presented by Spectrum Leon Draisaitl quietly leads behind Connor McDavid's spotlight Leon Draisaitl is one of the NHL's most consistent offensive forces. In any other market, he'd likely be a captain already, but in Edmonton, he plays second fiddle to Connor McDavid; still, Draisaitl's elite talent and playoff performances. And a composed demeanor speaks volumes; he's the kind of leader who doesn't need the 'C' to command attention or respect. Bonus shoutouts: Kucherov, Kane, and Pastrnak deserve captaincy credit Nikita Kucherov has helped build the Tampa Bay Lightning's dynasty with his brilliance. With Steven Stamkos now gone, many see Kucherov as Tampa's true heartbeat. Patrick Kane, who led the Chicago Blackhawks' Cup runs, has carried that presence to the Detroit Red Wings. David Pastrnak has long been Boston's most dynamic player; his joy and passion lift the entire room, and with Brad Marchand out, his captaincy moment might soon arrive. Nikita Kucherov's Sickest Plays Of The 2023-24 NHL Season The captaincy in the National Hockey League may be stitched onto jerseys, but leadership runs deeper. For Nathan MacKinnon, Evgeni Malkin, Drew Doughty, Leon Draisaitl, Nikita Kucherov, Patrick Kane, and David Pastrnak, the absence of a letter has never meant a lack of influence. They are the leaders their teammates look to, even without the official title. Also Read: Five big NHL stars' names headline potential shakeups in the upcoming trade as teams look ahead to major roster decisions Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Corey Perry joins LA Kings on $2,000,000 deal plus bonuses through 2025-26 season
Via Getty Images The Los Angeles Kings have brought a treasure trove of experience to their forward corps by signing veteran winger Corey Perry to a one-year deal. The contract carries a base salary of $2,000,000, with a possible extra $2,000,000 available in performance bonuses. The 40-year-old Perry, who just finished a successful season with the Edmonton Oilers, also adds decades of postseason experience and experience as a leader to a Kings team that is seeking to bolster its roster as it heads into the next season. Corey Perry adds championship credentials to Los Angeles Perry played in 81 Edmonton games in the 2024-25 season, scoring 19 goals and 11 assists for 30 points with a plus-12 rating. He contributed 10 goals during 22 playoff games, putting him among the top shootout scorers in the league during the postseason. His veteran leadership guided the Oilers into the Stanley Cup Final for the second straight year. In a glorious 20-year NHL career, Perry has appeared in 1,392 games with 448 goals and 935 points. His goal-scoring high was 50 goals in 2010-11 when he also captured both the Maurice "Rocket" Richard Trophy as the league leader in goals scored and the Hart Trophy as the NHL's most valuable player. Perry has played in the playoffs 17 times, with 237 career playoff games, third-most in NHL history behind only Chris Chelios and Nicklas Lidstrom. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Here's The Average Price of a 6-Hour Gutter Guards Upgrade Read More Undo He's reached the Stanley Cup Final six times and won a championship with Anaheim in 2007. LA Kings continue to remake roster with veteran additions The Kings signed winger Joel Armia to a two-year, $2,500,000-per-year deal as well, bringing another veteran winger into the fold to add depth. Perry's signing is one of Los Angeles' efforts to bring in established players to fill out their young core and maintain competitiveness in the Western Conference. Globally, Perry has served Canada in abundance, earning gold medals at the Winter Olympics, World Championships, and World Cup of Hockey. His high-stakes experience should be a plus for the Kings' locker room as they seek to go further in the playoffs. Corey Perry's coming to the Kings emphasizes the club's desire to meld veteran leadership with developing talent. With his postseason experience and profile as a gritty competitor, Perry will seek to contribute significantly to what is potentially one of the last installments in his storied career. Also Read: Alex Pietrangelo steps away from hockey due to major hip injuries Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
New York Times
01-07-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
Corey Perry signs 1-year contract with Los Angeles Kings
Corey Perry, who recently turned 40 but still could be a reliable source of production and physicality on a third or fourth line, signed a one-year deal contract with the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday, league sources told Pierre LeBrun of the The Athletic. With bonuses, the deal could be worth $3.5 million. Advertisement Perry was a longtime nemesis of the Kings when he played for the rival Anaheim Ducks from 2005-19. Perry scored 19 goals for the Edmonton Oilers in 2024-25, his 20th season in the NHL, and added 10 more in the playoffs. He also played in his fifth Stanley Cup Final in six seasons, though he was part of the losing side all six years. Perry peaked individually with the Ducks, scoring 50 goals and winning the Hart Trophy in 2010-11. He scored 27 goals or more in eight of his 14 seasons with Anaheim before entering the journeyman phase of his career. Perry has now played for six teams since 2019. Edmonton signed Perry in January 2024 after the Blackhawks waived him for what they called an 'unacceptable' incident involving a team employee. Perry apologized for what he called 'inappropriate and wrong' behavior and said he sought treatment for substance abuse. He went on to give the Oilers quality minutes over consecutive runs to the Stanley Cup Final, but their salary-cap situation complicated his return. Perry made $1.15 million in base salary last season and hit all his $250,000 in bonuses, which will go against Edmonton's 2025-26 cap number.
