The Los Angeles Kings, a professional ice hockey team located in Los Angeles, California, are a member of the Pacific Division in the Western Conference of the National Hockey League (NHL). Founded on June 5, 1967, by Jack Kent Cooke, the team was part of the NHL's expansion in 1967, which introduced six new teams.
Throughout the 1970s and early 1980s, the Kings showed strong performances in the regular season but often faced early playoff exits. Notable highlights during this period include Rogie Vachon's outstanding goaltending and the "Triple Crown Line" featuring Charlie Simmer, Dave Taylor, and Marcel Dionne. The team's memorable upset of the rising Edmonton Oilers in a 1982 playoff game, famously known as the Miracle on Manchester, stands out.
In 1988, the Kings traded with the Oilers for Wayne Gretzky and ignited a successful phase that boosted hockey's popularity in Los Angeles and the American Sun Belt region. Gretzky, along with Luc Robitaille and Rob Blake, led the Kings to their sole division title in 1990–91 and their first Stanley Cup Finals appearance in 1993, where they were defeated by the Montreal Canadiens. Following the 1993 Finals, the Kings faced financial difficulties, leading to bankruptcy in 1995. The franchise was then acquired by Philip Anschutz and Edward P. Roski, leading to a period of mediocrity until the team's resurgence in the 2009–10 season, breaking a six-year playoff drought.
Los Angeles Kings Stanley Cup History-
The Los Angeles Kings have won two Stanley Cup titles (2012 and 2014) and three conference championships till date.
They started as an expansion team and struggled initially but gained prominence in 1988 with the acquisition of Wayne Gretzky. The Kings experienced success in the early 1990s, reaching the Stanley Cup finals in 1993.
After a playoff drought, they had a remarkable playoff run in 2011–12, becoming the lowest-seeded team to win the Stanley Cup. The Kings continued their strong performance, reaching the conference finals in 2012–13 and winning the Stanley Cup again in 2014. However, their playoff streak ended in 2014–15, and they faced challenges in subsequent
seasons, missing the playoffs multiple times.
How many Stanley Cups have the Los Angeles Kings won?
Under coach Darryl Sutter, hired early in the 2011–12 season, and with the acquisition of Jeff Carter, the Kings clinched two Stanley Cups in three years: 2012 against the New Jersey Devils and 2014 against the New York Rangers. Goaltender Jonathan Quick and forward Justin Williams respectively won the Conn Smythe Trophy in those championship years.
Here's a table summarizing the Los Angeles Kings Stanley Cup wins:
| TEAM | SEASON | SERIES | GP | W | L | T | OTL | PTS | PTS% | G |
| Los Angeles Kings | 2013-14 | Stanley Cup Finals | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 8 | .800 | 15 |
| Los Angeles Kings | 2011-12 | Stanley Cup Finals | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 8 | .667 | 16 |
FAQ's on Los Angeles Kings Stanley Cup Wins
A. The Los Angeles Kings have won two Stanley Cups, in the seasons 2011-12 and 2013-14.
A. Notable players contributing to the Stanley Cup wins include Jonathan Quick (goaltender) and Justin Williams (forward), both winning the Conn Smythe Trophy respectively, Quick won in 2012 and Williams in 2014.
A. The Los Angeles Kings had a remarkable playoff run in the 2011–12 season, becoming the lowest-seeded team to win the Stanley Cup.
A. Darryl Sutter was the coach hired early in the 2011–12 season, leading the Kings to two Stanley Cup victories in three years.
A. In 1988, the Kings made a significant trade by acquiring Wayne Gretzky from the Edmonton Oilers, marking a turning point and boosting the team's success in the following years.
