Drew Doughty Expected to Play Thursday Despite Lower-Body Injury

Drew Doughty (lower body) is expected to play in Thursday's game against the Islanders for the Los Angeles Kings. He suffered a lower-body injury during Tuesday's game against the Predators and didn't practice Wednesday, but skated on the first defensive pairing during Thursday's morning skate. Through 15 appearances this season, the 36-year-old defenseman has recorded one goal, seven assists, 21 blocked shots, 20 hits, and 16 PIM, averaging 21:29 of ice time.