Perry scored two goals on four shots, added two hits and went plus-2 in Thursday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Red Wings.
Perry scored at 17:47 of the third period, and he was credited with a deflection on a Quinton Byfield shot 40 seconds later on the game-tying goal. It's unclear if that second goal will stand as Perry's, but there's no denying his effectiveness in a net-front role. If it holds up as his, he has five goals and two assists through six appearances with the Kings, and he's added 12 shots on net and a plus-6 rating. The Kings dressed seven defensemen Thursday, allowing Perry to take a turn on the second line while Trevor Moore (personal) was unavailable.
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Kings' Corey Perry: Produces two points
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Perry scored a goal on two shots, added an assist and went plus-2 in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the Sharks.
Perry has had a remarkable start to his time with the Kings, picking up three goals and two assists over five appearances since returning from a knee surgery. The 40-year-old winger logged his first multi-point effort of 2025-26, scoring in the first period and setting up Jeff Malott's goal in the second. Perry has added eight shots on net and a plus-4 rating. He's on the fourth line at even strength, but his spot on the second power-play unit gives him a little extra fantasy value if this hot start on offense isn't a mirage.
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Kings' Corey Perry: Pots another goal
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Perry scored a goal in Saturday's 5-4 shootout loss to the Predators.
Perry has scored in back-to-back games. The 40-year-old winger has added five shots on net and a plus-1 rating while filling a fourth-line role. Perry doesn't throw his body around much, but he should still get some PIM through his agitation skills. His power-play role on the first unit also provides some upside for fantasy managers, but it's tough to see him doing better than his 30-point campaign from the 2024-25 regular season.
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Kings' Corey Perry: Scores first goal with new team
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Perry scored a power-play goal on three shots in Thursday's 3-2 overtime win over the Stars.
Perry's first goal as a King came against one of his former teams. The 40-year-old is expected to get a look as a net-front power-play option, which could help bolster his scoring numbers. His other assignment -- a fourth-line gig at even strength -- is unlikely to yield significant offense. He has a goal, four shots and two PIM through two appearances since returning from a knee injury that required surgery.
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Kings' Corey Perry: Making season debut Tuesday
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Perry (knee) will make his 2025-26 debut Tuesday in St. Louis, Zach Dooley of the Kings' official site reports.
Perry sustained a knee injury prior to the start of training camp and subsequently underwent surgery. The 40-year-old was placed on injured reserve Oct. 6, and he'll make his Kings debut Tuesday after missing the first six games of the season. The veteran winger will likely be eased into action, but he could eventually play a prominent role for a struggling Los Angeles squad that is 1-3-2 to begin the year.
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Kings' Corey Perry: Resumes skating
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Perry (knee) has been skating for about a week, John Hoven of SiriusXM NHL Network Radio reports Wednesday.
Perry still has hurdles to clear before being ready to play, but he seems to be progressing nicely. He was originally projected to be out 6-8 weeks after undergoing knee surgery Sept. 12. If that timetable holds, the more optimistic end of it would have Perry return around Oct. 25 in Nashville. He'll likely serve in a bottom-six capacity once he's ready.
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Kings' Corey Perry: Shifts to injured reserve Monday
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Perry (knee) was put on injured reserve Monday, PuckPedia reports.
Perry sustained a knee injury Sept. 12 while on the ice ahead of training camp, and he underwent surgery the following day. It's unclear how he's progressing in his recovery, but if his original recovery timeline of 6-8 weeks goes as planned, the veteran winger might be able to make his debut with the Kings sometime in late October.
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Kings' Corey Perry: Undergoes knee surgery
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Perry had knee surgery Friday and will be out of action for 6-8 weeks.
Perry suffered the knee injury while skating Friday and quickly went under the knife. The 40-year-old veteran was expected to start the season on the fourth line after signing with the Kings while seeing second unit power-play time. Perry will miss 3-5 weeks of regular-season action while recovering. He had 19 goals and 11 assists in 81 regular-season games with Edmonton in 2024-25 and was outstanding in the playoffs, garnering 10 goals and four helpers across 22 contests.
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Kings' Corey Perry: Sustains injury Friday
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Perry (undisclosed) was injured while skating Friday and an update on his status may not be available before the Kings open their training camp, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.
There were no specifics regarding the nature and severity of Perry's injury. The 40-year-old winger signed a one-year contract in July and is expected to fill a fourth-line role for the Kings this season.
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Kings' Corey Perry: Going to LA
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Perry agreed to a one-year, $2 million contract with the Kings on Tuesday
Perry can earn up to an additional $2 million in performance bonuses. As a member of the Oilers in 2024-25, he had 19 goals and 30 points in 81 regular-season outings before adding 10 tallies and four assists in 22 playoff contests. The 40-year-old forward will be a middle-six option for the Kings in 2025-26.
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Oilers' Corey Perry: Scores in Game 5 loss
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Perry scored a goal on three shots, added two hits and went minus-2 in Saturday's 5-2 loss to the Panthers in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Finals.
Perry has scored five times and added two assists over his last seven games. He brought the Oilers within two goals late in the third period, but that was where their comeback effort ended. Perry is up to 10 goals, four assists, 38 shots on net, 33 hits, 12 PIM and a plus-2 rating over 21 playoff appearances.
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Oilers' Corey Perry: Forces overtime Friday
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Perry scored a goal on three shots and added two hits in Friday's 5-4 double-overtime loss to the Panthers in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals.
Perry scored the latest game-tying goal in Stanley Cup Finals history, tallying at 19:42 of the third period to send this contest to overtime. He's earned three goals and two assists during his active four-game point streak. Perry continues to defy his age, racking up eight goals, 12 points, 26 shots on net, 30 hits and a plus-3 rating through 18 playoff contests while seeing top-six minutes.
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Oilers' Corey Perry: Helps out on power play
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Perry logged a power-play assist, two shots on goal, two hits and four PIM in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime win over the Panthers in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals.
Perry took both penalties in the first period. He made up for the misdeeds by helping out on Leon Draisaitl's game-winner 19:29 into overtime. It continues a fantastic run for the 40-year-old Perry this postseason. The winger has earned 11 points, 23 shots on net, 28 hits, 12 PIM and a plus-4 rating across 17 playoff outings. He'll likely spend this series on the top line alongside Connor McDavid as a replacement for Zach Hyman (wrist).
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Oilers' Corey Perry: Productive on top line with McDavid
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Perry scored a goal in Thursday's 6-3 win over the Stars in Game 5.
Perry gave the Oilers a 1-0 lead on the power play at 2:31 of the first period. It was Edmonton's first shot of the game. Perry has also stepped onto the first line due to Zach Hyman's (arm) absence, and that means an even-strength gig with Connor McDavid and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins. It's likely Perry's best offensive opportunity since his Ducks days. Perry has three points (one goal, two assists) in his last two games and 10 points, including seven snipes, in 16 games in the playoffs. Those seven goals are the most by a player age 39 or older (at the start of the playoffs) in a single postseason. Perry had been tied with four players: Teemu Selanne (2011; Ducks), Mark Recchi (2010; Bruins), Ron Francis (2002; Hurricanes) and Jean Beliveau (1971; Canadiens). Perry turned 40 on May 16.
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Oilers' Corey Perry: Collects two power-play points
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Perry scored a goal on three shots, dished an assist, added two PIM and levied four hits in Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Stars in Game 4.
Perry had gone five games without a point, a stretch that corresponded with his move off the top line. The 40-year-old winger has still put together a strong postseason, earning six goals and three assists over 15 contests. He's added 19 shots on net, 26 hits and a plus-4 rating in the playoffs while moving around the lineup and seeing steady power-play usage.
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Oilers' Corey Perry: Still loving top-line life
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Perry scored twice on three shots and added two hits in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights in Game 3.
Perry had the first two goals of Game 3, giving him three tallies and an assist over three outings in the second round. The veteran winger has been thriving in a top-line role alongside Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl. Perry has earned five goals, two assists, 14 shots on net, 16 hits and a plus-6 rating over nine playoff appearances.
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Oilers' Corey Perry: Generates assist in overtime win
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Perry logged an assist and three shots on goal in Thursday's 5-4 overtime win over the Golden Knights in Game 2.
Perry helped out on Leon Draisaitl's game-winner at 15:20 of overtime. The helper was Perry's fifth point in eight playoff contests. The 39-year-old winger continues to be impactful in a top-line role for the Oilers, which has allowed him to be a major factor on offense. He's added 11 shots on net, 14 hits and a plus-6 rating through eight playoff appearances.
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Oilers' Corey Perry: Tickles twine in win
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Perry scored a goal in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Golden Knights in Game 1.
Perry buried a feed from Connor McDavid at 16:26 of the first period to get the Oilers on the board. This was the start of their comeback effort in the series-opening win. Perry has provided three goals, one assist, eight shots on net, 13 hits and a plus-5 rating over seven playoff outings. He's still seeing somewhat limited minutes, but he's getting most of his even-strength and power-play shifts alongside McDavid, so Perry is in a good position to be a regular contributor on offense.
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Oilers' Corey Perry: Pair of power-play points in win
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Perry scored a goal on four shots, dished an assist and added four hits in Sunday's 4-3 overtime win over the Kings in Game 4.
Both of Perry's points came on the power play. He got the Oilers on the board at 4:11 of the second period and set up Leon Draisaitl's game-winner in overtime. Perry has four points, five shots on net, seven hits and a plus-5 rating over four playoff appearances despite primarily featuring in a bottom-six role. He was on the top power-play unit Sunday, and he'll have a bit more fantasy value if he sticks in that spot.
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Oilers' Corey Perry: Goal, assist in Game 1 defeat
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Perry recorded a goal, an assist and two hits in Monday's 6-5 loss to the Kings in Game 1.
Perry found the back of the net with his lone shot of the game and also showed physicality, although that can be expected considering all the postseason experience the 39-year-old has. Perry isn't likely to be among the go-to scoring options for Edmonton, but he did post solid numbers in the regular season. His 30 points (19 goals, 11 assists) across 81 appearances were his best output since the 2021-22 campaign, when he finished with 40 points in 82 games.
