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| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2018-10-20 |
Missed 1 game (illness).
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| 2018-10-18 |
Illness, day-to-day.
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| 2017-01-18 |
Missed 1 game (illness).
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| 2017-01-16 |
Illness, day-to-day.
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| 2016-11-23 |
Missed 5 games (upper body injury).
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| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NHL | Stanley Cup Stanley Cup | 2013-14 (Los Angeles), 2011-12 (Los Angeles) |
| NHL | Frank J. Selke Trophy Best Defensive Forward | 2017-18, 2015-16 |
| NHL | Lady Byng Trophy Most Sportsmanlike | 2015-16 |
| NHL | Mark Messier Leader of the Year Award Player who exemplifies great leadership qualities on and off the ice | 2021-22 |
| NHL | Played in the NHL YoungStars Game Played in the NHL YoungStars Game | 2006-07 |
| NHL | Named to play in the NHL All-Star Game Named to play in the NHL All-Star Game | 2014-15, 2010-11, 2007-08 |
Kopitar (undisclosed) is expected to be a game-time decision Saturday versus Anaheim after missing the morning skate, per Zach Dooley of LA Kings Insider.
Kopitar notched two assists, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Thursday's 4-3 overtime win over the Senators.
Slovenia's gift to the NHL is well into his 30s but would still be a force on the ice even if he were no longer an effective offensive player (though he remains one). He can occasionally go cold on offense, but his defensive game remains almost flawless and makes him valuable. He is also a consummate professional and a true team leader; he is a foundational player who can set the right example for young players.
Long Range Potential: Still an elite two-way center and leader.
