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The Los Angeles Kings have made some significant changes to their jersey numbers ahead of the upcoming NHL season. Akil Thomas, who made his NHL debut last season wearing number 41, has decided to switch to number 26 for the upcoming season. Thomas, a promising rookie, is looking to solidify his spot on the Kings’ NHL roster.

Joining Thomas in changing their numbers are forwards Alex Laferriere, Alex Turcotte, and Samuel Fagemo. Laferriere, who played in the majority of games last season, will don number 14. Turcotte, aiming to secure a permanent spot on the roster, will switch to number 15. Fagemo, who has seen some NHL action, will be wearing number 19 this season.

In addition to these changes, the Kings have several new additions to the roster with updated jersey numbers. Goaltender Darcy Kuemper will revert to wearing number 35, the same number he wore during his previous stint with the team. Forward Tanner Jeannot will switch to number 10, while new signings Joel Edmundson and Warren Foegele will wear numbers 6 and 37, respectively.

The Kings also announced the jersey numbers for other recent signings. Defenseman Caleb Jones will wear number 82, forward Jack Studnicka will don number 53, and defenseman Kyle Burroughs will sport number 7 for the upcoming season.

Looking ahead, the Kings are gearing up for training camp, which is set to begin in approximately two weeks. The rookies will hit the ice in El Segundo in just eight days, signaling the start of an exciting new season for the team.

With these changes to the Kings’ roster and jersey numbers, fans are eager to see how the team will perform in the upcoming season. Stay tuned for more updates and insights as the season approaches.