A shortened , 48 - game NHL season commenced , Kopitar recorded 42 points in 47 games to once again lead the Kings in scoring .
A shortened , 48 - game NHL season commenced , Kopitar was named the team 's best defensive player .
A shortened , 48 - game NHL season commenced , Kopitar recorded 42 points in 47 games to once again lead the Kings in scoring , and was named the team 's best defensive player .