BRANDT CLARKE NEWS

Clarke's first career goal lifts Kings over Bruins 5-4 in OT Brandt Clarke scored on a breakaway with 27 seconds left in overtime for his first career goal and the Los Angeles Kings rallied to beat the...

FEBRUARY 17, 2024 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Recalled from AHL According to mayorsmanor.com, the Kings recalled Clarke from AHL Ontario on Thursday.

Impact Clarke has been a stud in the minors with eight goals and 33 points in 32 contests, leading all AHL defensemen in points. The eighth overall pick in 2021, Clarke has one assist in six games with the Kings this season. He is expected to be an extra defenseman -- barring any injuries -- versus Edmonton on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent down Clarke was reassigned to AHL Ontario on Thursday, per CapFriendly.

Impact Clarke will get a chance to play in the AHL while the Kings are on their bye week. He could be called up again prior to their next game Feb. 10 versus the Oilers.

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs first point of season Clarke logged a power-play assist, four shots on goal and two hits in Wednesday's 5-3 loss to the Sabres.

Impact Clarke played in consecutive games for the first time this season, and he also earned his first helper in five NHL appearances on the year. The 20-year-old will likely still need to compete with Jordan Spence for playing time, though Clarke has a more promising long-term outlook. Clarke is at one assist, a minus-4 rating, 12 shots on net and six blocked shots this season.

JANUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Summoned from AHL Clarke was called up from AHL Ontario on Wednesday, Russell Morgan of Hockey Royalty reports.

Impact Clarke has seven goals, 32 points and 30 PIM in 30 contests with Ontario in 2023-24. He registered two assists in nine games with LA in 2022-23. The 20-year-old defenseman was taken with the No. 8 overall pick in the 2021 NHL Draft and figures to be a significant part of the Kings' long-term plans.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Kings mailbag, part 1: Copley's future, Arvidsson's status, and why are they so bad at home? Plus, is it surprising that Brandt Clarke and Tobias Bjornfot aren't playing on the NHL team?

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Heads back to AHL Clarke was returned to AHL Ontario on Friday, according to CapFriendly.com.

Impact Clarke was recalled Thursday but was quickly returned back to the minors. He was drafted eighth overall in 2021 and has elite offensive skills. Clarke had 61 points in 31 games with OHL Barrie last season, as well as two assists in nine NHL games.

OCTOBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from AHL Ontario The Kings recalled Clarke from AHL Ontario on Thursday.

Impact Clarke was drafted eighth overall in 2021 and the defenseman had a taste of NHL action last season, playing in nine games while picking up a pair of assists. The 20-year-old spent most of the season with OHL Barrie as he had 61 points in 31 games. Clarke is an elite offensive defenseman and will eventually take over from Drew Doughty as the Kings' quarterback on the power play.

OCTOBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

HockeyBuzz.com - Ben Shelley - Kings assign Brandt Clarke to AHL and extend McLellan, Kaliyev suspended NHL Hockey Trade Rumors

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • HOCKEYBUZZ.COM

Sent to minors Clarke was reassigned to AHL Ontario on Friday.

Impact Clarke had two assists, six PIM, three hits and 14 blocks in nine contests with LA last season. He also recorded two points in five games with Ontario and 61 points in 31 OHL outings with Barrie.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Clarke (shoulder) is expected to suit up for Wednesday's preseason game versus the Golden Knights, Scott Coffman of Mayor's Manor reports.

Impact Clarke was held out of the Kings' Global Series games in Australia due to the injury, but he practiced while remaining in North America. The 20-year-old defenseman is set to make his preseason debut, beginning his quest for an Opening Night roster spot. Clarke will likely see a significant role throughout the rest of the preseason.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Injury not serious Clarke sustained a shoulder injury during a prospects game, but the injury is not believed to be serious, Zach Dooley of the Kings' official site reports.

Impact Clarke did not go with the majority of the Kings' regulars to Australia for their preseason exhibitions with the Coyotes. The 20-year-old defenseman should be able to get in some game time once the Kings return stateside, but this injury could be the difference between him making the roster out of camp and heading to AHL Ontario.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not going to Australia Clarke (undisclosed) will not accompany the Kings to Australia, John Hoven of SiriusXM NHL Network Radio reports.

Impact Clarke suffered an undisclosed injury that will keep him out of action for 7-10 days without contact. The first-round pick, eight overall in 2021, is expected to challenge Jordan Spence for the bottom spot on the Kings defensive corps. Clarke had 23 goals and 61 points in only 31 games for OHL Barrie in 2022-23. Clarke will have plenty of fantasy value in the coming years but likely will need some time in the minors at some point this season.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

L.A. Kings position analysis: How will they use Brandt Clarke on the blue line? Also, how much will a full season of Vladislav Gavrikov impact the defense?

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Nine Prospects Who Could Become Full-Time NHLers in 2023-24 These nine NHL prospects played at least one game in The Show last season, but from Matthew Knies to Brandt Clarke, they could make the full...

JULY 20, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Eric Stephens: Blake also said their top four on defense of... - The Athletic Blake also said their top four on defense of Drew Doughty, Mikey Anderson, Vladislav Gavrikov and Matt Roy are set. Brandt Clarke will be pa...

JUNE 28, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Brandt Clarke turned around the Barrie Colts' season. He's not your typical NHL returnee to junior hockey LA Kings prospect had 23 goals and 61 points in 31 games, finishing fourth among OHL defenceman in goals and fifth in points despite playing...

MARCH 28, 2023 • THESTAR.COM

HockeyBuzz.com - Ben Shelley - Kings fall to Bruins, Brandt Clarke reassigned to OHL NHL Hockey Trade Rumors

JANUARY 7, 2023 • HOCKEYBUZZ.COM

Eric Stephens: Brandt Clarke had a big game in Canada's 3-2... - The Athletic Brandt Clarke had a big game in Canada's 3-2 win over Czechia to capture the World Juniors gold medal. Clarke had two assists, including the...

JANUARY 6, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Czechs stun Canada 5-2 at world juniors: 'We didn't fight' HALIFAX - Brandt Clarke could feel excitement building in the Canadian locker room.

DECEMBER 27, 2022 • THESTAR.COM

Brandt Clarke Prepares to Prove Himself at the World Juniors and Beyond Brandt Clarke attended every Canadian game at the 2009 world juniors as a fan. Now, he’s on Team Canada looking to excel with some longtime...

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Brandt Clarke heads to world juniors camp, with a chance to show the Kings something Coach Todd McLellan is keeping communication open so that Clarke doesn't end up as a "confused young player."

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Shane Wright, Brandt Clarke Loaned to Canada's World Junior Camp After missing out on last summer’s world juniors, Brandt Clarke and Shane Wright are loaned to Team Canada ahead of selection camp.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM