skinny.

Latest / NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

Byfield’s Time to Lead | NHL News

Quinton Byfield is stepping into the spotlight as the Los Angeles Kings’ new franchise cornerstone, with big expectations riding on his shoulders after a steady climb and a massive five-year, $31.25M contract. With Anze Kopitar retiring, Byfield is now tasked with leading the team on and off the ice — moving from solid contributor to consistent difference-maker, aiming for 70-80 points to prove he’s worth every penny and ready to carry the Kings into a new era. This season is his defining moment: if he rises to the occasion, he could become one of the NHL’s elite centers and anchor the Kings’…

The skinny

The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.