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Kings’ Quinton Byfield Sustains Upper-Body Injury

The Los Angeles Kings lost one of their top forwards during Tuesday night’s win over the Washington Capitals. Center Quinton Byfield exited the contest after just four shifts and 2:44 in ice time. Head coach Peter Laviolette told Dooley that…

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 1:42 PM
Kings’ Quinton Byfield Sustains Upper-Body Injury
Key Things to Know
  • Quinton Byfield exited Tuesday's game against the Washington Capitals due to an upper-body injury after just 2:44 of ice time.
  • Head coach Peter Laviolette said the Kings plan to further evaluate Byfield during Wednesday's practice.
  • The injury may be connected to an awkward fall into the boards during an earlier team practice.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Los Angeles Kings center Quinton Byfield exited Tuesday night's game against the Washington Capitals due to an upper-body injury. Byfield skated just four shifts and 2:44 of ice time before leaving the contest. Head coach Peter Laviolette noted that the team plans to further evaluate his condition at Wednesday's practice.

The setback may stem from an awkward fall into the boards during an earlier team practice. Following Byfield's exit, the Kings adjusted their forward lines by shifting Erik Haula to second-line center and Andre Lee to the third line, while AHL prospects could be recalled if needed.

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