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On YouTubeJim Hiller News / Daily Faceoff / March 2
Why the time was right for the Kings to fire Jim Hiller
The bench in Hollywood is looking a little different today. On Sunday, the Los Angeles Kings relieved Jim Hiller of his duties as head coach, leading to D.J.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / March 2
Ontario Reign: Three Takeaways From 4-2 Win Over Bakersfield
A week away didn’t disrupt the Ontario Reign’s rhythm as the club extended its win streak to four games, tying a season high. First period: ONT: Aatu
NHL News / Field Level Media / March 1
D.J. Smith hopes to kickstart Kings vs. NHL-best Avalanche
The Los Angeles Kings will have a new coach behind the bench when they host the Colorado Avalanche on Monday night. Jim Hiller was fired Sunday morning and replaced by D.J.
The 'NHL active hat trick leaders' quiz
How many of the active NHL players with at least seven hat tricks in their career can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / March 1
5 Notes from Today’s Coaching Change: Smith, Holland, and the Kings Path Forward 
A few weeks ago, the Kings acquired one of the best offensive players in the NHL, ushering in version 2.0 of this season’s LA Kings. By relieving Jim Hiller of his duties earlier today, we may now be on LAK v3.
The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup
In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best
Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / March 1
A good first day for D.J. Smith, who is tasked with putting the past in the past while turning the ship around in Los Angeles
For D.J. Smith, the first part of moving forward is extinguishing the past. And I’m not talking about the first 59 games of this season, which need their own form of being extinguished.
Ken Holland News / MayorsManor.com / March 1
Holland Press Conference: Initial Notes and Quotes
Building upon the coaching change that came Sunday morning, Kings GM Ken Holland held a brief press conference to meet with local media. We’ll have a full article up later today.
Jim Hiller News / NHL Trade Talk / March 1
Kings Fire Jim Hiller – DJ Smith Named As Interim Replacement
The Los Angeles Kings’ poor play continues following the Olympic break. The decision has been made to fire Head Coach Jim Hiller. Hiller had been the Head Coach of the Kings since midway through the 2023-24 NHL season.
Jim Hiller News / Yardbarker / March 1
Kings HC Jim Hiller's once-promising tenure ends in disappointment
After leading the Los Angeles Kings to a surprising playoff appearance during the 2023-24 season, it appeared head coach Jim Hiller would end their postseason woes. Nearly two years later, that momentum has fizzled, and the Kings have moved on from the coach.
Los Angeles Kings News / Last Word On Sports / March 1
Los Angeles Kings Make Coaching Change
The Los Angeles Kings have decided to make a coaching change to start the month of March. News emerged on Sunday that the Kings have fired head coach Jim Hiller.
Jim Hiller News / Field Level Media / March 1
Kings fire Jim Hiller, tab D.J. Smith as interim coach
The Los Angeles Kings fired head coach Jim Hiller after parts of three seasons on Sunday and tabbed D.J. Smith as their interim coach for the remainder of the campaign.
Anze Kopitar News / Breakaway on SI / March 1
Anze Kopitar vs. Sharks: The Forgotten Milestone That Got Away
For nearly two decades, Anze Kopitar has been the quiet constant in Los Angeles. Drafted 11th overall in 2005, he arrived without flash and stayed without noise, letting his game speak in a steady, authoritative tone.
Anton Forsberg News / Field Level Media / February 28
Anton Forsberg records shutout as Kings defeat Flames
Anton Forsberg made 29 saves for the Los Angeles Kings in a 2-0 win against the visiting Calgary Flames on Saturday afternoon. Forsberg, who had allowed 16 goals while losing his previous four starts, posted his second shutout of the season and 10th in his 11-year NHL career.
Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 28
Andrei Kuzmenko Undergoes Meniscus Surgery
Already down a key offensive winger in Kevin Fiala who is out for the season, the Kings are now going to be without another offensive winger for at least
Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / February 27
Back-to-Back Disasters Spark Concerns About Kings’ Playoff Hopes
The Los Angeles Kings need wins, and they need them now. Coming out of the Olympic break, three points out of a playoff spot, after committing to winning
Artemi Panarin News / Inside The Rink / February 26
Artemi Panarin: Player Profile
Artemi Panarin is a Korkino, Russia-born left-winger who was born on October 30, 1991. The left-winger began his hockey career with SDYUSHOR Vityaz Podolsk of MosJHL during the 2007-08 season.
NHL News / Breakaway on SI / February 25
Kings' Trade Talks For Canadiens' Veteran Forward Fall Through
The Los Angeles Kings shocked the world right before the Olympic break and the NHL Trade Freeze by acquiring Artemi Panarin from the New York Rangers. Panarin was rumored to have more interest in playing for teams like the Florida Panthers and the Dallas Stars, but LA seemingly got the deal done.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / February 25
Ontario Reign: Looking at the Numbers Through 52 Games
We are 52 games into the AHL season, meaning the Ontario Reign are near the third-quarter mark of the 2025-26 season. The Reign sit in first place in the Pacific Division, two points ahead of the Colorado Eagles, who have three games in hand on the Reign.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / February 24
LA Kings Prospect Update – Week 2/16
Another week has passed, and it’s time for another LA Kings‘ weekly prospect update. This week’s update was highlighted by forward Jan Chovan. Chovan played in four games with the Sudbury Wolves and posted four goals, two assists, and 14 shots on goal.
Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / February 24
Who Should Be the LA Kings Next Captain?
The day Anze Kopitar hangs up his skates will be a bittersweet day in Los Angeles. For nearly two decades, the LA Kings’ leadership and guidance have started and ended with Kopitar.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 22
Canucks' trade buzz explodes as Olympic freeze set to lift
The Vancouver Canucks are expected to be busy once the NHL’s Olympic trade freeze lifts Sunday night, even if nothing is imminent. According to Thomas Drance of The Athletic, Vancouver does not currently have a deal lined up to be announced when the freeze ends at 8:59 p.m.
Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / February 17
What It Will Take for the Kings to Win the Cup Again
Let’s jump straight to the point: the Los Angeles Kings winning a third Stanley Cup feels like one of those debates that splits the passionate fanbase right down the middle.
Los Angeles Kings News / Yardbarker / February 14
Kings star Kevin Fiala's status revealed after Olympic injury
The injury occurred during Friday's game between Switzerland and Canada at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympic Games.
Olympics News / Yardbarker / February 14
Ugly Kevin Fiala injury highlights risk NHL takes at Olympics
While the tournament itself is thrilling fans and a source of pride for players, there is an enormous risk for the league with relatively little reward.
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