The Los Angeles Kings will release their latest jersey at a special event at Staples Center’s TeamLA store from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday.
Fans buying the jersey can have pictures taken with team mascot Bailey and its promotional team, the Ice Crew. Hockey Hall of Famer Rogie Vachon and Kyle Calder, who played left wing for the Kings from 2007-2009, will sign autographs from 9-10 a.m. Mark Hardy, a Kings defenseman for 11 seasons, will sign autographs from 11-noon. The event will also include a DJ.
Fans making a purchase will receive a two-hour parking validation in the adjacent West Garage and a two-for-one offer for a general admission skating pass at any of the Kings Holiday Ice rinks.
The Kings will also hold a Jersey Celebration Watch Party of Friday’s telecast of their game against the Chicago Blackhawks at Staples Center’s Impact Bar and Grill from 4:30-8:30 p.m.
Bailey and the Ice Crew will pose for pictures with fans. Hardy will sign autographs from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Admission is free. Four-hour validations to park at the West Garage will be available.