The Los Angeles Kings are facing emotional turmoil as they embark on an eight-day road trip amid devastating wildfires in California, impacting the lives of many back home.

Forward Trevor Moore expressed the difficulty of focusing on hockey during such a crisis, noting it is the worst wildfire he has ever experienced. Fellow player Phillip Danault shared his distress at leaving his family behind, with both players acknowledging the far-reaching effects of the fires on their teammates and the community.