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Jim Hiller News / The Sick Podcast / June 17
Murphy’s Hockey Law: Leafs Fans And Media Need To Give Jim Hiller A Chance
Fans and media alike in the NHL seemed to be stunned by the Toronto Maple Leafs hiring former Los Angeles Kings head coach Jim Hiller as their new bench
Jim Hiller News / Daily Faceoff / June 17
New Leafs coach Hiller says team style will be one ‘players are excited to play’
The Toronto Maple Leafs stole significant headline real estate on Wednesday when they announced that their long head coaching search had come to an end with the hiring of Jim Hiller as the 41st coach in franchise history.
Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / June 17
Was Jim Hiller the right hire for the Leafs?
There has already been a lot of debate about the Toronto Maple Leafs‘ recent decision. On Wednesday, the team announced that former Los Angeles Kings head coach Jim Hiller has been hired to be the team’s new bench boss.
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?
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / June 17
Ontario Reign: Predictions for the free agents
An AHL roster sees turnover every season. The next wave of prospects turning pro makes their way. Many players on NHL contracts get poached by other clubs to serve as depth for their organization.
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.
Jim Hiller News / Field Level Media / June 17
Maple Leafs tab former Kings bench boss Jim Hiller as next head coach
The Toronto Maple Leafs named former assistant Jim Hiller as the 41st head coach in franchise history on Wednesday morning. Hiller, 57, returns to Toronto after serving four seasons as an assistant coach under Mike Babcock from 2015-19.
Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / June 17
Leafs name Jim Hiller 41st head coach in franchise history
The Toronto Maple Leafs announced Wednesday that Jim Hiller has been named the 41st head coach in franchise history. “Jim is an experienced coach with a strong understanding of what it takes to win in today’s NHL,” general manager John Chayka said in a press release.
Mikey Anderson News / LA Kings Insider / June 16
2025-26 Kings Seasons In Review – Mikey Anderson 
Continuing on with the seasons in review on the blueline with a look at Mikey Anderson’s 2025-26 campaign. Anderson had established himself as one of the most consistent parts of the Kings organization, with a place on the top defensive pairing year-over-year.
Peter Laviolette News / MayorsManor.com / June 16
Update on Kings Assistant Coaches Under Peter Laviolette
During last week’s introductory press conference, where Kings GM Ken Holland introduced new head coach Peter Laviolette, there was briefly some mention of the team’s assistant coaches.
Brian Dumoulin News / LA Kings Insider / June 15
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.
Peter Laviolette News / The Hockey Writers / June 15
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Peter Laviolette 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.
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.
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.
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.
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