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Reimagining The LA Kings As Pro Wrestlers

Posted: Dec 19th 2011 By: CMBurnham

With the Kings in Toronto today to play the Maple Leafs it's only fitting that we work in a little pro wrestling. After all, the capital of Ontario, Canada is one of the strongest markets in North America for action inside the squared circle - including hosting WrestleMania VI (Hulk Hogan vs. the Ultimate Warrior) and WrestleMania X8 (Chris Jericho vs HHH and Hulk Hogan vs. the Rock).

Dustin Penner, who has long since been outed as a wrestling fan, subtly hinted at a possible heel turn himself a few weeks ago in an article here.

Now, he's back - this time to reimagine his teammates as pro wrestlers. Here's who he thinks some of the LA Kings could have been if they weren't hockey players...

Justin Williams - Ravishing Rick Rude

Alec Martinez - Rey Misterio, Jr.

Dustin Brown - one of the Bushwackers

Jack Johnson - Hacksaw Jim Duggan (of course!)

Mike Richards - Jimmy 'Superfly' Snuka

When asked why Snuka, Penner said "He's regular size in stature, but he's quick and agile. I could see him coming off the top ropes."

Matt Greene - Ric Flair or the Ultimate Warrior

That answer was a little stunning, as they are polar opposites - to which Penner replied, "Yeah, but they're both showmen. And Matt Greene is a showman."

Anze Kopitar - Hulk Hogan

Jarret Stoll - 'The Heartbreak Kid' Shawn Michaels