{"id":447028,"date":"2024-08-01T15:34:47","date_gmt":"2024-08-01T19:34:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/?p=447028"},"modified":"2024-08-01T15:34:47","modified_gmt":"2024-08-01T19:34:47","slug":"los-angeles-kings-re-sign-defenceman-two-year-contract","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/2024\/08\/01\/los-angeles-kings-re-sign-defenceman-two-year-contract\/","title":{"rendered":"Los Angeles Kings Re-Sign Defenceman to Two-Year Contract"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/hockey\/category\/kings\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\">Los Angeles Kings<\/a> continue to build around their core, the team made a significant signing. The Kings re-sign defenceman <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/s\/spencjo01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2024-08-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jordan Spence<\/a> to a two-year deal. The Kings are gearing up for a potential shot at the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup playoffs. WIth the signing, they have ensured stability in their defence. The Kings re-sign rising star Jordan Spence to a multi-year contract extension. Spence\u2019s six-year extension will see him earning an average annual value of $1.5 million. Spence was drafted 95th overall in the 2019 NHL Entry Draft. The 23-year-old defenceman has rapidly become a key player for the Kings, known for his reliable defensive play and offensive contributions.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">SPENNY = SIGNED! \u270d\ufe0f<\/p>\n<p>We have signed D Jordan Spence to a two-year contract. <\/p>\n<p>Full release \ud83d\udcf2 <a  href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/tIOaDYirAm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/t.co\/tIOaDYirAm<\/a> <a  href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/ixaoYefZCr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pic.twitter.com\/ixaoYefZCr<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; LA Kings (@LAKings) <a  href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/LAKings\/status\/1819071549288468963?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">August 1, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2>Kings Sign Defenceman Jordan Spence to Multi-Year Contract Extension<\/h2>\n<p>Spence&#8217;s re-signing highlights the Kings&#8217; ongoing commitment to developing their young talent. With a defensive group made up of veterans like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/d\/doughdr01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2024-08-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Drew Doughty<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/g\/gavrivl01.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2024-08-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Vladislav Gavrikov<\/a>, Spence represents an air of youth from the blueline. Standing at 5\u201910\u201d and weighing 180 lbs, Spence combines agility and a high hockey IQ. He\u2019s proven to be a versatile right-handed defenceman.<\/p>\n<p>During the 2023-2024 season, Jordan Spence recorded 24 points (two goals, 22 assists) in 71 games. He has continued to develop as a two-way threat. With young talent like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hockey-reference.com\/players\/c\/clarkbr02.html?utm_medium=linker&amp;utm_source=lastwordonsports.com&amp;utm_campaign=2024-08-01_hr\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brandt Clarke<\/a> developing, the presence of a dependable defenceman like Spence is significant for the team\u2019s future.<\/p>\n<p>The Kings&#8217; coaching staff has focused on Spence\u2019s development through expanding his role on the team. With the influx of young talent, Spence\u2019s goal for the upcoming season is to continue his growth as a two-way defenceman. He will have to grow his game and leadership ability to stay on a Kings team with a lot of defensive talent on the way.<\/p>\n<h2>Looking to the Upcoming Season<\/h2>\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"8b3f1ed9-702e-4050-a107-4d74ef5fbbc9\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p>As the Kings aim to advance past the first round next season, Spence\u2019s performance and leadership will be pivotal. Fans can anticipate his role to increase, especially with Drew Doughty aging. With this multi-year contract, Jordan Spence has not only secured his future with the Kings, but also provides the team with stability on the blueline. His versatility will make him an integral part of the Kings\u2019 plans moving forward.<\/p>\n<p>Main photo credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As the Los Angeles Kings continue to build around their core, the team made a significant signing. The Kings re-sign defenceman Jordan Spence to a two-year deal. The Kings are gearing up for a potential shot at the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup playoffs. WIth the signing, they have ensured stability in their defence. 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