Paul LaDue News

LaDue is expected to be back in the Kings lineup on Thursday.

LaDue has been a healthy scratch for the last four games, but is expected to replace Derek Forbort in the lineup on Thursday. LaDue has one goal while averaging 11:45 TOI/GM in his first four games of the season.

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The Kings have recalled Paul LaDue from Ontario (AHL).

LaDue played 22 games with the Kings last season but has yet to appear in an NHL game this year. The 25-year-old defenseman has picked up 17 points (8G / 9A) in 34 games with Ontario and will be looking to pick up his first career NHL goal if he draws into the Kings lineup for his season debut this week.

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The Kings have recalled Paul LaDue from Ontario (AHL).

LaDue, 25, has been recalled because Alec Martinez was moved to IR this afternoon. LaDue split his time between Ontario and Los Angeles last season, picking up eight assists in his first 22 NHL games. Despite the call-up, he will be a healthy scratch on opening night.

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The Kings have recalled Paul LaDue from Ontario (AHL).

LaDue was sent down during the Kings bye week and returns with the Kings back in action on Thursday. LaDue had one assist while averaging 15:33 TOI in his first two career NHL games. He has 18 points (6G / 12A) in 37 games with Ontario.

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LaDue is expected to make his NHL debut on Tuesday.

LaDue, 24, was called-up on February 1st and is expected to draw in tonight vs. the Lightning. The 2012 sixth round pick had six goals and 12 assists (18 points) in 36 games with Ontario (AHL) at the time of his call-up.

Paul LaDue
The Kings have recalled Paul LaDue from Ontario (AHL).

LaDue, 24, was a sixth round pick (181st overall) in 2012 and this is his first career NHL call-up. LaDue has registered six goals and 12 assists (18 points) in 36 games with Ontario this season and could make his debut on Wednesday night.

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