Drew Doughty and Anze Kopitar have driven the Los Angeles Kings' success since 2008, leading to two Stanley Cups and impressive franchise records. However, aging and injuries raise concerns about their current playoff push. Doughty, 35, faces extended downtime due to injury, while Kopitar, at 37, has only one season left on his contract. Despite this, Kings president Luc Robitaille is optimistic about their chances for another championship run, especially after a notable recent victory against the Florida Panthers, showcasing the team's potential amid the challenges of aging rosters.
"Absolutely, Anze Kopitar and Drew have been the key players for our franchise. What they bring in the dressing room, the way they're careful to play has a two-way game."
"Age, however, is threatening to dull the shine on that golden era; Doughty, 35, hasn't played since breaking his left ankle in the preseason, marking the second time in four seasons he's lost significant ice time to injury."
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