"The Kings viewed it as a priority to re-sign Kempe, especially as they prepare for captain Anze Kopitar to retire at the end of the season. The sides had been negotiating over the last few months, and Kempe, sources said, took a little less money, indicating his desire to stay in Los Angeles, where he believes he can win a Stanley Cup."
"The contract runs through the 2033-34 season. The 29-year-old Kempe, a native of Sweden, has played his entire 10-year career with the Kings after being drafted in the first round in 2014. Kempe, the Kings' leading scorer in each of the last two seasons, has six goals and 19 points through 19 games this season. He was arguably the biggest free agent remaining for the summer of 2026."
Adrian Kempe agreed to an eight-year contract with the Los Angeles Kings worth $10.625 million annually, running through the 2033-34 season. The Kings prioritized re-signing Kempe as the team prepares for captain Anze Kopitar's retirement. Kempe accepted a slightly lower salary to remain in Los Angeles and pursue a Stanley Cup. The 29-year-old Swede has spent his entire 10-year NHL career with the Kings after being a 2014 first-round pick. Kempe led the team in scoring the past two seasons and has six goals and 19 points in 19 games this season. He was a top projected 2026 free agent.
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