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Byfield’s Big Test Without Kopitar | NHL News
The Kings’ future hinges on Quinton Byfield stepping into Anze Kopitar’s legendary shoes — and the pressure is real. Drafted second overall, Byfield showed flashes but never consistently lived up to elite expectations. With Kopitar gone, he’s now the undisputed No. 1 center, facing tougher matchups and higher stakes. Though his ice time jumped this season — a first — his stats don’t yet reflect the challenge ahead. When Kopitar was sidelined, the team faltered, and Byfield’s production dipped. But with new offensive weapons and more power-play time, there’s hope he can unlock another level —…
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