Jewels from the Crown: for Los Angeles Kings fans

Smashville has arrived and brought some big stars with them. Matt Duchene, Filip Forsberg, and Roman Josi are all very skilled players who have all given the Kings a hard time over the course of their careers. I chatted with On the Forecheck Managing Editor Kate Rice to preview the game, find out what's happening with Nashville's much vaunted powerplay, and what's up with Pekka Rinne.

I also introduce our newest writer, Demetri, get his take on this young season, and why he thinks there's hope for the future.

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