Michael Futa is a prominent Canadian hockey executive and scout, best known for his
role in building the Los Angeles Kings’ 2012 and 2014 Stanley Cup-winning rosters as
director of amateur scouting and later assistant general manager. He previously served
as the OHL Executive of the Year with the Owen Sound Attack and has worked as a
senior consultant for the Carolina Hurricanes.

Key Accomplishments and Roles:

• NHL Executive: Served with the LA Kings from 2007 to 2020 in various roles including
  Co-Director of Amateur Scouting, Director of Player Personnel, and Assistant General
  Manager.
• Draft Success: Credited with scouting and drafting key Kings players like Drew
  Doughty, Brayden Schenn, and Tanner Pearson.
• OHL Career: General Manager of the Owen Sound Attack (2002–2007), earning OHL
  Executive of the Year in 2005.
• Other Roles: Senior consultant to the GM for the Carolina Hurricanes (2021) and
  scouting/coaching roles in the OHL.
• Background: Played for York University, winning the 1989 CIAU National
  Championship.