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What Can Kings Fans Expect From Peter Laviolette?

On June 9, the Los Angeles Kings made an interesting decision by hiring former New York Rangers head coach Peter Laviolette as their new head coach. With a reputation built over more than two decades behind NHL benches, few coaches can match his resume.

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2025-26 Kings Seasons In Review – Brian Dumoulin

Continuing the look at the Kings defensemen from this last season with Brian Dumoulin, who completed his first campaign in Los Angeles. Dumoulin was signed on July 1 as the Kings took a veteran-heavy approach to the backend of their roster.

Joel Edmundson News / LA Kings Insider / June 14

2025-26 Kings Seasons In Review – Joel Edmundson

Shifting the focus here to the defenseman and kicking things off with Joel Edmundson. Edmundson completed his second season with the organization and filled a very similar role to what he did last year.

Drew Doughty News / NHL Rumors / June 15

NHL Rumors: Los Agneles Kings Direction Will Be Determined by Drew Doughty

It is a big offseason for the Los Angeles Kings after the hiring of Peter Laviolette as the next head coach. There is a lot of work to do for the Kings under General Manager Ken Holland, at a minimum, another top-six center.

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The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

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Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / June 13

Ontario Reign Debut Inland Blue and Gold Jersey for 2026-27 Season

The wait is over. On Saturday afternoon, the Ontario Reign debuted details surrounding their rebrand. It’s a nod to their past, as well as their affiliation with the LA Kings — and a pinch of the former Ontario Motor Speedway.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / June 13

Ontario Reign: A potential look at possible first-year prospects

Every year, the next wave of first-year players takes the next step in their hockey careers. Some of those prospects can quickly make it to the NHL, while others need more development and are eventually assigned to the AHL.

Martin Chromiak News / MayorsManor.com / June 12

Kings Sign Chromiak to One-Year Contract Extension, What’s Next?

Where Martin Chromiak fits into the big picture is still a pretty open question. However, the Kings re-signed the Slovakia native to a one-year contract extension this week, keeping him in the fold for the 2026-27 campaign.

Erik Portillo News / Hockey Royalty / June 12

Ontario Reign Player Review: Erik Portillo

With the Ontario Reign season over, we will begin our player reviews for the 2025-26 season. Up next: Erik Portillo! *Note: These player reviews will be

Peter Laviolette News / LA Kings Insider / June 12

A Sitdown with LA Kings Head Coach Peter Laviolette on the Insider Show!

Happy Friday, Insiders! Presenting Peter Laviolette, Pt. 2. Laviolette sat down with Josh Schaefer and I after his press conference on Wednesday to join us for the latest episode of the Insider Show.

Martin Chromiak News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 12

Kings sign forward to one-year extension

The Los Angeles Kings have agreed to a one-year, two-way contract extension with forward Martin Chromiak. The deal carries an NHL salary of $850,000 and runs through the 2026-27 season.

Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / June 11

Breaking News: Rich Seeley Out as Ontario Reign General Manager

This summer’s offseason reshaping of the LA Kings organization continues, and it now extends to AHL Ontario. Late Thursday evening, it was announced Reign General Manager Rich Seeley has moved on to the Canucks organization.

Martin Chromiak News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 11

Kings Sign Martin Chromiak To One-Year Extension

According to a team announcement, the Los Angeles Kings have signed Martin Chromiak to a one-year, two-way extension. Los Angeles included that Chromiak will earn an $850K salary at the NHL level.

Pheonix Copley News / Hockey Royalty / June 11

Ontario Reign Player Review: Pheonix Copley

With the Ontario Reign season over, we will begin our player reviews for the 2025-26 season. Up next: Pheonix Copley! *Note: These player reviews will

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 11

Kings’ Drew Doughty Eyeing Extension, Captaincy

The Los Angeles Kings let go of a franchise legend when captain Anze Kopitar announced his retirement following the 2025-26 season. The Kings also face an expiring contract for their next-longest tenured player: defenseman Drew Doughty, whose current deal is set to end in 2027.

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Los Angeles Kings News / Yardbarker / June 9

Kings task veteran HC Peter Laviolette with leading a new era for franchise

Months after trading for a new top star to replace the retiring Anze Kopitar and then find a way into the playoffs, the Los Angeles Kings can officially embark on a new era.

Oilers' rumored connection to Mike Babcock signifies larger NHL problem

Why a Dylan Larkin trade is complicated for Red Wings' Steve Yzerman

The 'Points leaders by NHL team' quiz

Peter Laviolette News / NHL Trade Talk / June 8

Kings Hire Peter Laviolette as Next Head Coach

The Los Angeles Kings have found their next bench boss, with veteran coach Peter Laviolette set to become the franchise’s new head coach according to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 8

Four initial observations from 2026 NHL Draft Combine

It was another sunndy day at the LECOM Harborcenter in Buffalo as NHL Draft prospects and media pundits descended on the city for another year of the NHL Combine.

Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 6

Offseason Checklist: Los Angeles Kings

The offseason has arrived for half of the league’s teams that aren’t taking part in the playoffs plus those who have already been eliminated. Accordingly, it’s now time to examine what they will need to accomplish over the coming months. Next up is a look at Los Angeles.

Aatu Jamsen News / Daily Faceoff / June 5

Kings sign Aatu Jamsen to one-year contract extension

The Los Angeles Kings have signed forward Aatu Jamsen to a one-year, two-way contract extension, the club announced Friday afternoon. Jamsen, 23, collected 16 goals and 28 points in 59 games with the AHL’s Ontario Reign during the 2025-26 regular season.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 5

Kings rumors: The 2 frontrunners for LA’s vacant head coaching opening

The last few weeks have been busy outside Crypto, as the Los Angeles Kings have continued their search for a new coach. Apparently, there are two frontrunners for the Kings’ coaching vacancy, according to David Pagnotta of the Fourth Period.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / June 4

Fine print in Bruce Cassidy's contract is why Oilers won't get interview

According to a few sources, including NHL Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly, Bruce Cassidy’s contract is one that was unique to the coach and why the Vegas Golden Knights are getting away with not granting permission for Cassidy to interview with other teams.

Bruce Boudreau takes parting shot at outgoing Canucks management group

Jack Eichel feels Mitch Marner was treated unfairly in Toronto

The 'NHL Jack Adams Award winners' quiz

Alex Turcotte News / The Hockey Writers / June 1

Alex Turcotte Has Grown Into His Role With the LA Kings

The journey to becoming a successful NHL player is rarely straightforward. For Alex Turcotte, the path has been filled with challenges, lessons, and setbacks that have shaped him into being an important and valuable contributor for the Los Angeles Kings.