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10 pounds lighter. An infomercial on TV, in the wee hours of the morning for the newest, greatest weight-loss drug? Or the feeling of finally breaking through a really difficult offensive drought as a team?

Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / November 25

Angeles Analysis – Kings At Turkey Day

Jim Hiller had a line that resonated with me after yesterday’s win over Ottawa. “The game, to me, is very similar to probably about five of them here that we’ve had that maybe we’ve come up short by a goal.” It made me think about how the team has struggled to win games at home.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / November 8

Who will be the first NHL head coach fired in 2025-26?

It may feel early, but history suggests the hour is likely late for a head coach or two.

Flames' season gets even worse with news on up-and-coming star Zayne Parekh

Fire sale time for Predators? Not quite yet

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Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?

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Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 17

Jim Hiller admits Kings are ‘in a funk’ after loss to Penguins

It’s been tough sledding for Jim Hiller and his Los Angeles Kings in the early going of the 2025-26 NHL season. After falling 4-2 to the Pittsburgh Penguins on home ice on Thursday night, the squad has dropped to 1-3-1 and sixth place in the Pacific Division.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 17

Kings’ Jim Hiller gives cryptic Anze Kopitar injury update after losing to Penguins

The Los Angeles Kings were considerably shorthanded when the Pittsburgh Penguins came to down for a Thursday evening matchup at Crypto.com Arena. The fact that team captain Anze Kopitar wasn’t available because of a lower-body injury was more insult to injury amidst what ultimately proved to be a 4-2 Kings loss to the Penguins.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 8

Kings’ Jim Hiller not panicking after season-opening Avalanche loss

The Los Angeles Kings did not fare well in their season opener on Tuesday. Los Angeles fell to the Colorado Avalanche by the score of 4-1. Martin Necas scored twice, and the Avalanche didn’t give Los Angeles many opportunities in the opener.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / June 4

Where Would Oilers Be Without Jim Hiller’s Infamous Challenge?

In Game 5 of the Western Conference Final at American Airlines Center on Thursday (May 29), the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Dallas Stars by a score of 6-3 to advance to the Stanley Cup Final.

Los Angeles Kings News / Breakaway on SI / May 16

Kings Keeping HC Jim Hiller

The Los Angeles Kings underwent a huge organizational change after losing to the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Playoffs opening round for the fourth consecutive season.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / May 15

NHL Notebook: Oilers playing best hockey of McDavid and Draisaitl era, Hiller staying on with Kings, and more

Despite the rainy weather, things are looking bright in Edmonton. The Edmonton Oilers punched their ticket to the Western Conference Finals for a second consecutive season, with a 1-0 overtime win over the Vegas Golden Knights to take down the group from Nevada in five games.

Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / May 15

Jim Hiller to remain Kings coach in 2025-26

If there was any doubt about who was going to be behind the bench in Hollywood next season, new upper management put any rumors to bed. During a press conference on Thursday, new Los Angeles Kings general manager Ken Holland revealed that Jim Hiller will remain as the team’s head coach for the 2025-26 season.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / May 8

Canucks have interviewed Marco Sturm for head-coaching job: report

A former NHLer might be in the running to be the Vancouver Canucks’ next head coach. On Thursday, CanucksArmy’s Irfaan Gaffar reported that the Canucks have spoken with Marco Sturm about the open position.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / May 6

Hiller has 'mixed emotions' reflecting on season

Head coach Jim Hiller also met the media on Monday, in what was a busy day for the LA Kings. Hiller noted the “mixed emotions” that came with the end of a season that saw a strong regular season, but a disappointing end in the playoffs.

Los Angeles Kings News / Oilersnation / May 4

NHL Notebook: Kings likely to retain Rob Blake and Jim Hiller after playoff loss to Oilers

Don’t expect any major changes for the Los Angeles Kings this summer after the team’s fourth consecutive first-round playoff loss to the Edmonton Oilers.

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Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / May 3

Los Angeles Kings Should Fire Jim Hiller

After a fourth straight first-round loss to the Edmonton Oilers, the Los Angeles Kings have some decisions to make heading toward the 2025-26 season. They likely won’t consider trading everyone and rebuilding, so they will have to look at alternative options to improve.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 2

Jim Hiller declares Kings ‘should have’ beat Oilers

The Los Angeles Kings lost to the Edmonton Oilers in Game 6 of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. After taking a 2-0 series lead behind the power of the Koreatown Senior Center harmonica players.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / May 1

Kings’ Coach Jim Hiller Single-Handedly Blowing Series Versus the Oilers

It appeared as though it was finally the LA Kings’ year. After losing to the Edmonton Oilers in the first round of the playoffs in each of the past three seasons, the Kings were able to take a 2-0 series lead on home ice and were in the driver’s seat with things set to return to Edmonton.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 28

Former NHL coach Dallas Eakins breaks down what goes into a coach’s challenge

On Friday night, Los Angeles Kings coach Jim Hiller challenged a goal from Edmonton Oilers forward Evander Kane. The move ultimately backfired, with the goal counting to tie things up from there.

Los Angeles Kings News / Blade of Steel / April 28

LA Kings Head Coach Drawing Plenty Of Criticism For His Handling Of Game Four Loss With The Media

The LA Kings blew not one, but two leads in Edmonton over the past few days, and now Jim Hiller has drawn immense criticism for his handling of the media.

NHL News / Oilersnation / April 28

‘Next question please’: Kings head coach Jim Hiller snaps at reporter when asked about blowing leads to Oilers

It’s been a tough couple of days for Jim Hiller and his Los Angeles Kings. First, they cough up 3-2 and 4-3 leads to the Edmonton Oilers in Game 3 on Friday night, making a brutal challenge on Evander Kane’s goal that tied that game at 4 a piece, only to allow the Oilers to runaway with it in the third period in a 7-4 loss.

Los Angeles Kings News / NHL Trade Talk / April 28

Fans Rip Jim Hiller as Kings Blow Another Lead to Oilers

The Los Angeles Kings find themselves in a 2-2 series tie with the Edmonton Oilers, and fans are directing much of their frustration at Kings’ head coach Jim Hiller.

Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / April 27

LA Kings need to get ‘uncomfortable’ in Game 4

On May 22nd, 2024, LA Kings General Manager Rob Blake shed Jim Hiller‘s interim tag, confirming him as the Kings’ next head coach. This came on the heels of LA’s third straight defeat to the Edmonton Oilers in the playoffs.

NHL News / Oilersnation / April 26

‘Did Jim Hiller just blow this series?’: Fans react to rollercoaster Game 3 win for Oilers

What an absolute rollercoaster! Game 3 between the Edmonton Oilers and Los Angeles Kings delivered pure, electrifying entertainment from start to finish.

Los Angeles Kings News / Breakaway on SI / April 26

Controversial Challenge Costs Kings Series Momentum

Los Angeles Kings Head Coach Jim Hiller challenged the Edmonton Oilers' game-tying goal during their Game 3 meeting. The goal was a difficult one to gauge on the ice.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / April 21

Stanley Cup playoffs pressure index: DeBoer doldrums

Stanley Cup playoffs pressure index: Stars HC Pete DeBoer doldrums

The NHL's Stanley Cup playoffs are famous for high-pressure situations, and after six games, there are already a few situations where it is mounting on head coaches.

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Los Angeles Kings News / Breakaway on SI / March 23

Kings Continue to Rise to Occasion

The Los Angeles Kings put up one of their best performances of the season against the Carolina Hurricanes. The Kings scored seven on the Hurricanes to end their winning streak at eight games.