Andrei Kuzmenko Undergoes Knee Surgery, Placed on IR

Andrei Kuzmenko has undergone surgery for a torn meniscus in his knee and has been placed on injured reserve by the Los Angeles Kings. The forward is considered week-to-week, with a potential for a lengthy absence. Kuzmenko has recorded 13 goals and 25 points in 52 games during the 2025-26 season. The Kings recalled defenseman Angus Booth from AHL Ontario to fill the roster spot vacated by Kuzmenko's IR placement.