Drew Doughty practices with Kings as injury recovery progresses
newsweek.com — January 20, 2025, 11:01 PM UTC
Drew Doughty is closer to returning to the Los Angeles Kings after practicing for the first time since his ankle injury in September. He wore a non-contact jersey and participated in drills, showing positive progress. Head coach Jim Hiller noted Doughty's hard work in recovery, but no specific return date has been set. The Kings are currently performing well defensively, allowing the fewest goals per game in the league. Doughty's presence is valued for both his skill and leadership. The Kings are third in the Pacific Division with 55 points, despite recent struggles, having lost three of their last four games.