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With training camp just around the corner, we are previewing each player on the LA Kings roster. Up next: Kyle Burroughs!
Kyle Burroughs
Birthdate: July 12, 1995
Birthplace: Vancouver, British Columbia
Height: 6’0
Weight: 194 lbs
Position: Defense
Shoots: Rights
Draft: 7th round, 196th overall, 2013 NHL Entry Draft
2024-25 season
Kyle Burroughs was acquired by the LA Kings in a trade with the San Jose Sharks in the summer of 2024 and wrapped up his first season with the Kings. Burroughs, 30, recorded three assists in 33 games and averaged 7:49 of ice time, mainly serving as the sixth or seventh defenseman. He didn’t suit up in any playoff games.
We have acquired defenseman Kyle Burroughs from the San Jose Sharks in exchange for forward Carl Grundstrom.
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2025-26 outlook
Burroughs is entering the final year of his contract and will compete for the seventh defenseman role. That role will come down to him and Jacob Moverare. While I believe that role will go to Moverare, Burroughs being able to play on his strong and off side, along with being a veteran, has that in his favor to make his case.
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