Drew Doughty News

Doughty was forced to leave Tuesday's game vs. the Sharks after being hit in the chest by a Brent Burns shot. Doughty missed Wednesday's practice and the Kings called him day-to-day. They added that they hope he'll be back on the ice on Thursday, so there seems like a chance that he'll play in the rematch vs. the Sharks.

Doughty missed Monday's practice and Wednesday's optional morning skate, suggesting he won't be available for tonight's game vs. the Lightning. Derek Forbort is also unlikely to play, so look for Sean Walker and Alec Martinez to play massive minutes for the Kings.

Doughty, who will turn 29 in December, is signed through the 2026-27 season. Doughty has played in all 82 games for four straight seasons, ranking eighth among defensemen in points (201) and tied for 16th in goals (43) over that span. Doughty will become the highest-paid blueliner when his extension kicks in.

Doughty has been battling an upper-body injury, no word if he has re-aggravated the injury or if this is just rest related.

Doughty missed Saturday's game with an upper-body injury, but could be back in the lineup on Wednesday. He is listed as day-to-day, and he could be held out on Wednesday to rest prior to the post-season.

Campbell, 26, is in his sixth year with the Manchester Monarchs. He has three goals and 13 assists (16 points) in 68 games this season. Drew Doughty likely won't be playing because of an upper-body injury, which opens the door for Campbell.

Doughty was injured in the Kings' loss to the Sharks on Thursday. He does not have a stall in the Kings' dressing room which suggests that he is out. Head coach Darryl Sutter called him day-to-day--another sign he will not play.

Doughty was injured when he went for a hit on Sharks forward Tyler Kennedy mid-way through the first period. As of the time the team left the arena, it was not clear whether Doughty would travel with to Vancouver, where the Canucks will host the Kings on Saturday night. Expect an update later on Friday.

Doughty gets a more defensive partner as coach Terry Murray did not like the two together. So far he has two goals and seven points but posted no points and a minus-2 rating last night.

The Kings finally put these two together at even strength. Doughty somewhat struggled in the early going but has solid numbers with two goals and seven points over 12 games.

Doughty is back tonight and will presumably play in all situations. Make sure you update your lineup accordingly.

We will fully confirm tomorrow as well but feel free to slot Doughty back into your lineup.

As expected, look for Doughty to sit out tonight. He likely gets back into the lineup at some point this weekend but stay tuned for a further update.

As expected, look for Doughty to sit out tonight. He likely gets back into the lineup at some point this weekend but stay tuned for a further update.

Sounds like Doughty is making progress and could be good-to-go this weekend. As always, stay tuned for a further update.

A few more days of no contact would rule Doughty out for the next two games with a new target date set for the 29th or 30th of the month. Stay tuned, as always, for a further update.

Certainly good news for Doughty, the Kings and fantasy hockey owners. The team plays both Thursday and Saturday and could get their number one d-man back around then.