Jake Muzzin (upper body) told reporters Thursday that he will be ready for the start of the season, Lisa Dillman of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Muzzin (upper body) told reporters Thursday that he will be ready for the start of the season, Lisa Dillman of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Analysis:

Muzzin's availability for the Kings' Oct. 7 regular-season opener was never in serious doubt, but it's still reassuring to hear the same sentiment from the man himself. Muzzin probably won't suit up for the Kings' preseason finale on Saturday, but will be ready to roll Oct. 7 against the Sharks.