Clarke logged a pair of assists, three shots on goal, three blocked shots and a plus-3 rating in Saturday's 5-4 shootout loss to the Predators.

Clarke easily had his best performance of the season. He set up goals by Adrian Kempe and Trevor Moore, and played well in his own zone, too. The 22-year-old Clarke has a goal, three assists, 15 shots on net, 15 blocked shots, five hits and a plus-3 rating over nine appearances this season. While he's been a regular in the lineup to begin 2025-26, he needs to have more outings like this one to earn widespread fantasy appeal.

Perry scored a goal in Saturday's 5-4 shootout loss to the Predators.

Perry has scored in back-to-back games. The 40-year-old winger has added five shots on net and a plus-1 rating while filling a fourth-line role. Perry doesn't throw his body around much, but he should still get some PIM through his agitation skills. His power-play role on the first unit also provides some upside for fantasy managers, but it's tough to see him doing better than his 30-point campaign from the 2024-25 regular season.

Moore scored a goal on three shots and added two PIM in Saturday's 5-4 shootout loss to the Predators.

Moore put theKings ahead 4-3 in the third period, but the lead didn't last. The veteran winger has scored twice over his last four games and has a total of three tallies and one helper through nine outings this season. He's added 20 shots on net, four hits, five blocked shots and a plus-1 rating over nine appearances. Moore should operate at a roughly 40-to-50-point pace as a strong two-way forward in the Kings' middle six.

Kempe scored a goal on four shots in Saturday's 5-4 shootout loss to the Predators.

Kempe has scored in three straight contests to begin theKings' road trip. All five of his goals have come on the road this season. The 29-year-old forward is up to 12 points, 31 shots on net, 24 hits, 10 PIM and a plus-4 rating through nine appearances in a top-line role. Over the last three or four years, Kempe has emerged as one of the safest early-to-mid-round picks in fantasy as a regular 30-goal, 70-point threat.

Armia scored a goal on three shots and added an assist in Saturday's 5-4 shootout loss to the Predators.

Armia's first goal of the season tied the game at 2-2 early in the second period. He also set up a Corey Perry tally in that frame. Through nine outings, Armia is up to five points, 15 shots on net, nine hits, eight PIM and a plus-1 rating. The 32-year-old winger is likely to spend most of his time in a bottom-six role, though he has seen power-play time on the second unit, which could help him sustain a higher level of offense than usual.

Kuemper stopped 21 of 25 shots in Saturday's 5-4 shootout loss to the Predators.

Kuemper took his first loss since returning from a lower-body injury, though all three of those games have gone past regulation time on the road. The 35-year-old wasn't at his best at any point Saturday, as he also allowed four of Nashville's nine shootout attempts to find the net. Kuemper is 2-2-2 with a 2.78 GAA and an .887 save percentage through six starts this season. Look for Anton Forsberg to get the starting nod in Chicago on Sunday.

Kuemper was the first goalie off the ice at the morning skate, Zach Dooley of theKings' official site reports, indicating he will defend the road net against Nashville on Saturday.

Kuemper is coming off a 29-save performance in Thursday's 3-2 overtime win over Dallas. He has a 2-2-1 record this season while stopping 112 of 125 shots. Nashville sits 30th in the league with 2.38 goals per game this campaign.

Kopitar (foot) will be activated from injured reserve ahead of Saturday's game against Nashville, Zach Dooley of theKings' official site reports.

Kopitar will return to the top line and first power-play unit after missing the last four games. Before getting hurt, he had four assists over a four-game point streak while adding six shots on goal, six blocked shots and eight hits.

Lee scored twice in AHL Ontario's 5-2 win over Abbotsford on Friday.

Lee got a taste of the NHL in 2024-25, earning three points over 19 regular-season games. He's earned four points through five AHL outings to begin this season. The 25-year-old is looking to improve upon the 20-point effort he had over 48 appearances in the 2024-25 AHL regular season. He plays a gritty game and would likely be limited to bottom-six minutes if theKings promote him to the NHL this year.

Ward scored twice on four shots and added an assist in AHL Ontario's 5-2 win over Abbotsford.

Ward had gone without a point in his first four games of the season. The 27-year-old winger saw a little time in the NHL last year, scoring in his debut against the Flames on April 17. Ward has topped out at 32 points (2023-24) in an AHL regular season, and given his age, there's little reason to think a breakout is coming.

Byfield posted two assists, including one on the power play, and two hits in Thursday's 3-2 overtime win over the Stars.

Byfield won a puck battle and fed Adrian Kempe for the game-winning goal 37 seconds into overtime. This was Byfield's third multi-point effort over eight contests this season. The 23-year-old is providing steady offense in a top-six role, contributing two goals, six helpers, 20 shots on net and a minus-2 rating. He looks ready to take the next step after point totals of 55 and 54 in the previous two regular seasons.

Ceci scored a goal on three shots and blocked four shots in Thursday's 3-2 overtime win over the Stars.

Ceci ended 2024-25 with the Stars, and his first goal of this season came against his former teammates. The 31-year-old blueliner has occupied a bottom-four role amid a rough start to the campaign for theKings as a whole. Ceci has two points, 12 shots on net, 12 blocks, five hits and a minus-2 rating across eight appearances. His ceiling is likely around the 20-point mark, but he should be a steady source of blocks.

Perry scored a power-play goal on three shots in Thursday's 3-2 overtime win over the Stars.

Perry's first goal as a King came against one of his former teams. The 40-year-old is expected to get a look as a net-front power-play option, which could help bolster his scoring numbers. His other assignment -- a fourth-line gig at even strength -- is unlikely to yield significant offense. He has a goal, four shots and two PIM through two appearances since returning from a knee injury that required surgery.

Kempe scored a goal on three shots, dished an assist, added two PIM, doled out five hits and went plus-2 in Thursday's 3-2 overtime win over the Stars.

Kempe has netted an overtime game-winner in consecutive contests. This was also his fifth multi-point effort in his last six outings. The 29-year-old is the unquestioned leader on offense for theKings, but it's good to see him sustain a high pace even with Anze Kopitar (foot) sidelined. Kempe has four goals, 11 points, 27 shots, 23 hits, 10 PIM and a plus-5 rating across eight appearances.

Kuemper stopped 29 of 31 shots in Thursday's 3-2 overtime win over the Stars.

Kuemper has a pair of overtime wins in his two starts since returning from a lower-body injury. The Stars gave him his toughest test of the season, as the 31 shots against marked a season high in his five starts. He's now 2-2-1 with a 2.59 GAA and an .896 save percentage this season. Look for Kuemper and Anton Forsberg to split theKings' next two games, which are Saturday in Nashville and Sunday in Chicago.

Kuemper will guard the road net against the Stars on Thursday, Zach Dooley of theKings' official site reports.

Kuemper was in goal for a 2-1 overtime win over the Blues on Tuesday in his return from a lower-body injury. The Stars' offense has slowed down lately, with just five goals scored during a three-game losing streak. Kuemper will look to stay sharp, especially if the Kings' defense can limit the Stars' chances.