List of Los Angeles Kings award winners
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The Los Angeles Kings are a professional ice hockey team based in Los Angeles. They are members of the Pacific Division of the Western Conference in the National Hockey League (NHL). The club was founded in 1967 as one of the League's expansion teams.
| Los Angeles Kings awards | |
|---|---|
Dustin Brown with the Stanley Cup in 2012. | |
| Team trophies | |
| Award* | Wins |
| Stanley Cup | 2 |
| Clarence S. Campbell Bowl | 3 |
| Individual awards | |
| Award* | Wins |
| Art Ross Trophy | 4 |
| Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy | 3 |
| Calder Memorial Trophy | 1 |
| Charlie Conacher Memorial Trophy | 1 |
| Conn Smythe Trophy | 2 |
| Frank J. Selke Trophy | 2 |
| Hart Memorial Trophy | 1 |
| Jack Adams Award | 1 |
| James Norris Memorial Trophy | 2 |
| King Clancy Memorial Trophy | 1 |
| Lady Byng Memorial Trophy | 8 |
| Lester Patrick Trophy | 4 |
| Mark Messier Leadership Award | 2 |
| NHL Foundation Player Award | 1 |
| NHL Plus-Minus Award | 1 |
| Ted Lindsay Award | 2 |
| William M. Jennings Trophy | 2 |
| Total | |
| Awards won | 43 |
The Kings have won numerous team and individual awards and honors. They won the Stanley Cup as the League champions in 2012 and again in 2014.
League awards
Team trophies
The Kings have won the Western (previously the Campbell) Conference three times, in 1992–93, 2011–12 and 2013–14. They won two Stanley Cup championships in 2011–12 and in 2013–14.
| Award | Description | Times won | Seasons | References |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley Cup | NHL championship | 2 | 2011–12, 2013–14 | [1][2] |
| Clarence S. Campbell Bowl | Western Conference playoff championship | 3 | 1992–93, 2011–12, 2013–14 | [3] |
Individual trophies
All-Stars
NHL first and second team All-Stars
The NHL first and second team All-Stars are the top players at each position as voted on by the Professional Hockey Writers' Association.
| Player | Position | Selections | Season | Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rob Blake | Defense | 2 | 1997–98 | 1st |
| 1999–2000 | 2nd | |||
| Marcel Dionne | Center | 4 | 1976–77 | 1st |
| 1978–79 | 2nd | |||
| 1979–80 | 1st | |||
| 1980–81 | 2nd | |||
| Drew Doughty | Defense | 4 | 2009–10 | 2nd |
| 2014–15 | 2nd | |||
| 2015–16 | 1st | |||
| 2017–18 | 1st | |||
| Wayne Gretzky | Center | 4 | 1988–89 | 2nd |
| 1989–90 | 2nd | |||
| 1990–91 | 1st | |||
| 1993–94 | 2nd | |||
| Mario Lessard | Goaltender | 1 | 1980–81 | 2nd |
| Jonathan Quick | Goaltender | 1 | 2011–12 | 2nd |
| Luc Robitaille | Left wing | 8 | 1986–87 | 2nd |
| 1987–88 | 1st | |||
| 1988–89 | 1st | |||
| 1989–90 | 1st | |||
| 1990–91 | 1st | |||
| 1991–92 | 2nd | |||
| 1992–93 | 1st | |||
| 2000–01 | 2nd | |||
| Charlie Simmer | Left wing | 2 | 1979–80 | 1st |
| 1980–81 | 1st | |||
| Dave Taylor | Right wing | 1 | 1980–81 | 2nd |
| Rogie Vachon | Goaltender | 2 | 1974–75 | 2nd |
| 1976–77 | 2nd |
NHL All-Rookie Team
The NHL All-Rookie Team consists of the top rookies at each position as voted on by the Professional Hockey Writers' Association.
| Player | Position | Season |
|---|---|---|
| Rob Blake | Defense | 1990–91 |
| Jimmy Carson | Forward | 1986–87 |
| Drew Doughty | Defense | 2008–09 |
| Steve Duchesne | Defense | 1986–87 |
| Luc Robitaille | Forward | 1986–87 |
| Jamie Storr | Goaltender | 1997–98 |
| 1998–99 | ||
| Lubomir Visnovsky | Defense | 2000–01 |
All-Star Game selections
The National Hockey League All-Star Game is a mid-season exhibition game held annually between many of the top players of each season. Forty-four All-Star Games have been held since the Kings entered the League in 1967, with at least one player chosen to represent the Kings in each year. The All-Star Game has not been held in various years: 1979 and 1987 due to the 1979 Challenge Cup and Rendez-vous '87 series between the NHL and the Soviet national team, respectively; 1995, 2005 and 2013 as a result of labor stoppages; 2006, 2010, 2014 and 2026 due to the Winter Olympic Games; 2021 as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic; and 2025 when it was replaced by the 2025 4 Nations Face-Off.[29] Los Angeles has hosted three All-Star Games. The 33rd Game took place at The Forum while the 52nd Game and 62nd Game took place at Staples Center.[30]
- † Selected by fan vote[31]
- ‡ Selected by Commissioner
- ↑ All-Star Game Most Valuable Player[32]
All-Star Game replacement events
| Event | Year | Name | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenge Cup | 1979 | Marcel Dionne | Center |
| Rendez-vous '87 | 1987 | No Kings selected | — |
| 4 Nations Face-Off | 2025 | Drew Doughty (Canada) | Defense |
| Adrian Kempe (Sweden) | Right wing |
Career achievements
Hockey Hall of Fame
The following is a list of Los Angeles Kings who have been enshrined in the Hockey Hall of Fame.[33]
| Individual | Category | Year inducted | Years with Kings in category | References |
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| Rob Blake | Player | 2014 | 1990–2001, 2006–2008 | [34] |
| Paul Coffey | Player | 2004 | 1991–1993 | [35] |
| Marcel Dionne | Player | 1992 | 1975–1987 | [36] |
| Dick Duff | Player | 2006 | 1970 | [37] |
| Grant Fuhr | Player | 2003 | 1995 | [38] |
| Wayne Gretzky | Player | 1999 | 1988–1996 | [39] |
| Ken Holland | Builder | 2020 | 2025–present | [40] |
| Harry Howell | Player | 1979 | 1971–1973 | [41] |
| Jarome Iginla | Player | 2020 | 2017 | [42] |
| Jari Kurri | Player | 2001 | 1991–1996 | [43] |
| Jake Milford | Builder | 1984 | 1973–1977 | [44] |
| Larry Murphy | Player | 2004 | 1980–1984 | [45] |
| Roger Neilson | Builder | 2002 | 1984 | [46] |
| Bob Pulford | Player | 1991 | 1970–1972 | [47] |
| Pat Quinn | Builder | 2016 | 1984–1986 | [48] |
| Larry Robinson | Player | 1995 | 1989–1992 | [49] |
| Luc Robitaille | Player | 2009 | 1986–1994, 1997–2001, 2003–2006 | [50] |
| Jeremy Roenick | Player | 2024 | 2005–2006 | [51] |
| Terry Sawchuk | Player | 1971 | 1967–1968 | [52] |
| Steve Shutt | Player | 1993 | 1984–1985 | [53] |
| Billy Smith | Player | 1993 | 1971–1972 | [54] |
| Rogie Vachon | Player | 2016 | 1971–1978 | [55] |
Foster Hewitt Memorial Award
Two members of the Kings organization have been honored with the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award. The award is presented by the Hockey Hall of Fame to members of the radio and television industry who make outstanding contributions to their profession and the game of ice hockey during their broadcasting career.[56]
| Individual | Year honored | Years with Kings as broadcaster | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jiggs McDonald | 1990 | 1967–1973 | |
| Bob Miller | 2000 | 1973–2017 | |
| Nick Nickson | 2015 | 1981–2025 | [57] |
Lester Patrick Trophy
The Lester Patrick Trophy has been presented by the National Hockey League and USA Hockey since 1966 to honor a recipient's contribution to ice hockey in the United States.[58] This list includes all personnel who have ever been employed by the Los Angeles Kings in any capacity and have also received the Lester Patrick Trophy.
| Individual | Year honored | Years with Kings | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Crocker | 2015 | 2005–present | [59] |
| Wayne Gretzky | 1994 | 1988–1996 | |
| Bruce McNall | 1993 | 1986–1994 | |
| Terry Sawchuk | 1971 | 1967–1968 |
United States Hockey Hall of Fame
| Individual | Year inducted | Years with Kings | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| Neal Broten | 2000 | 1996–1997 | [60] |
| Dustin Brown | 2023 | 2003–2022 | [61] |
| Bobby Carpenter | 2007 | 1987–1989 | [62] |
| Dave Langevin | 1993 | 1986–1987 | [63] |
| Jeremy Roenick | 2010 | 2005–2006 | [64] |
| Mathieu Schneider | 2015 | 2000–2003 | [65] |
Retired numbers
The Los Angeles Kings have retired six numbers, including Wayne Gretzky's number which was also retired league-wide. The first jersey retired was #30 in honor of Rogie Vachon, who goaltended for the club from 1972 to 1978. In 1985 #16 belonging to Marcel Dionne was retired. Five years later in 1995 the Kings retired former teammate of Dionne, Dave Taylor's #18 after seventeen years with the team. Wayne Gretzky's #99 was retired by the league in 2000 and later by the Kings in 2002.[66] The most recent number retired was #23, for Dustin Brown in 2023.
| Number | Player | Position | Years with Kings | Date of retirement ceremony | References |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Rob Blake | Defense | 1990–2001, 2006–2008 | January 17, 2015 | [67] |
| 16 | Marcel Dionne | Center | 1975–1987 | November 8, 1990 | [68] |
| 18 | Dave Taylor | Right wing | 1977–1994 | April 3, 1995 | [68] |
| 20 | Luc Robitaille | Left wing | 1986–1994, 1997–2001, 2003–2006 | January 20, 2007 | [68] |
| 23 | Dustin Brown | Right wing | 2003–2022 | February 11, 2023 | [68] |
| 30 | Rogie Vachon | Goaltender | 1971–1978 | February 14, 1985 | [68] |
| 99 | Wayne Gretzky | Center | 1988–1996 | October 9, 2002 | [68] |
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Bob Miller | Broadcaster | 1973–2017 | January 13, 2018 | [69] |
Kings Hall of Fame
| Individual | Primary role with Kings | Years with Kings | Year inducted | References |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rob Blake | Player | 1990–2001, 2006–2008 | 2015 | [67] |
| Peter Demers | Trainer | 1971–2006 | 1997 | |
| Marcel Dionne | Player | 1975–1987 | 1997 | |
| Butch Goring | Player | 1969–1980 | 1997 | |
| Wayne Gretzky | Player | 1988–1996 | 2002 | |
| Bob Miller | Broadcaster | 1973–present | 1997 | [71] |
| Luc Robitaille | Player | 1986–1994, 1997–2001, 2003–2006 | 2007 | |
| Dave Taylor | Player, general manager | 1977–1994, 1997–2006 | 1997 | |
| Rogie Vachon | Player, general manager | 1971–1978, 1984–1992 | 1997 |
Team awards
Ace Bailey Memorial Award
The Ace Bailey Memorial Award is given annually to the Kings most inspirational player as determined by Kings players. It is named for former Kings Director of Pro Scouting Garnet "Ace" Bailey who died when United Airlines Flight 175 crashed into the World Trade Center in New York City during the September 11 attacks.[72] Dave Taylor and Matt Greene both won the award six times during their Kings career.
Bill Libby Memorial Award
The Bill Libby Memorial Award is given annually to the Kings player who was the team's most valuable player as determined by the local media. It is named for Bill Libby, a former Los Angeles sportswriter who died on June 16, 1984.[80] Marcel Dionne won the award eight times during his Kings career.
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Jim Fox Community Service
The Community Service award is determined by the Kings Care Foundation and given annually to the Kings player who "best exemplifies strong community outreach by actively working with local youth organizations and community groups to increase awareness and raise funds to support the Kings community signature initiatives – education, health-related causes and recreation."[81]
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Daryl Evans Youth Hockey Service
The Daryl Evans Youth Hockey Service award is determined by the Kings Hockey Development Department and given annually to the Kings player "determined to continue the club's efforts in growing the game of hockey in our area."[82]
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Defensive Player
The Defensive Player award is given annually to the Kings player, regardless of position, who most excels on the defensive end of the ice as determined by the local media.[80] Mattias Norstrom won the award five times during his Kings career.
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Leading Scorer
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The Leading Scorer award is given annually to the Kings team leader in points scored.[83] Anze Kopitar has led the team in scoring fifteen times.
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Mark Bavis Memorial Award
The Mark Bavis Memorial Award is given annually to the member of the Kings organization that makes the greatest impact as a newcomer. It is named for former Kings Scout Mark Bavis who died when United Airlines Flight 175 crashed into the World Trade Center in New York City during the September 11 attacks.[72]
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Most Popular Player
The Most Popular Player award is given annually by the Kings Booster Club to the most popular Kings player.[84]
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Outstanding Defenseman
The Outstanding Defenseman award is given annually to the Kings most outstanding defenseman as determined by the local media.[80] Drew Doughty has the most wins with 13.
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Unsung Hero
The Unsung Hero award is given annually to the Kings player who contributed the most to the team without receiving proper recognition for his contributions as determined by Kings players.[81] Trevor Lewis has won the awards 7 times.
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Other awards
| Award | Description | Winner | Season | References |
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| Best NHL Player ESPY Award | Best NHL player of the last calendar year | Jonathan Quick | 2012 | |
| Charlie Conacher Humanitarian Award | For humanitarian or community service projects | Jimmy Peters Jr. | 1972–73 | [85][86] |
| Lionel Conacher Award | Canada's male athlete of the year | Wayne Gretzky | 1989 | |
| Lou Marsh Trophy | Canada's top athlete | Wayne Gretzky | 1989 | |
| Viking Award | Most valuable Swedish player in NHL | Tomas Sandstrom | 1990–91 | [87][88] |
See also
Notes
^1Shared with Theoren Fleury of the Calgary Flames.