From their humble beginnings as one of the NHL’s Second Six expansion teams in 1967, through a pair of Stanley Cups to rosters filled with Hall of Fame players and fan favorites, the LA Kings have experienced a rich hockey history over the past 60 years. Courtesy of the Kingstorian, Harry Ouzounian, here are some key franchise moments that occurred on this date.
Happy 70th birthday to Mike McEwen. The former @LAKings defenseman was born on August 10, 1956.#LAKings #GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/pGfzgcg5CF
— The Kingstorian (@Kingstorian) August 10, 2026
On August 10, 1983, the @LAKings signed free agent center Wes Jarvis to a one-year contract. Jarvis scored nine goals and 22 points in 61 games with the #LAKings.#GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/etcwKxoT9M
— The Kingstorian (@Kingstorian) August 10, 2026
On August 10, 1988, the @LAKings acquired John Miner from the Edmonton Oilers for Craig Redmond as an addendum to the Wayne Gretzky trade. Redmond, who was drafted sixth overall in 1984, was suspended by the #LAKings in 1987-88 after he refused to report to the AHL.#GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/oOL16ZNM16
— The Kingstorian (@Kingstorian) August 10, 2026
Happy 34th birthday to Stanley Cup champion, Tanner Pearson! The former @LAKings forward was born on August 10, 1992.#LAKings #GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/KWenmvBzIM
— The Kingstorian (@Kingstorian) August 10, 2026
On August 10, 2021, the @LAKings signed Brandt Clarke to a three-year, entry-level contract. Clarke, who was selected eighth overall in 2021, recorded 15 goals, 66 assists, and 81 points in 185 games during his entry-level deal.#LAKings #GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/Itz43G4M3b
— The Kingstorian (@Kingstorian) August 10, 2026
Austin Wagner (51) days until the @LAKings season opener.#LAKings #GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/4RMNOcgzzb
— The Kingstorian (@Kingstorian) August 10, 2026
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