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Nashville Predators News / NHL Trade Talk / June 5
Predators With Another Huge Hire, Bring in Rob Blake
Just hours after hiring Chris MacFarland to be the GM and President of Hockey Operations, the Nashville Predators have announced they have hired Rob Blake as the Executive Vice President of Hockey Operations.
Nashville Predators News / Daily Faceoff / June 5
Predators hire Rob Blake as executive VP of hockey operations
A former NHL general manager is taking on a different role with a new team. On Friday, new Nashville Predators GM Chris MacFarland announced that the team has hired Rob Blake as the team’s new executive vice president of hockey operations.
NHL News / TheLeafsnation / December 29
7 coaches and general managers that are looking for work
It seems like as good a time as any to hunt for bargains the Toronto Maple Leafs might be interested in picking up for their Hockey Operations department.
The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz
How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"
NHL News / Yardbarker / July 6, 2025
Three NHL teams that have missed the mark so far this offseason
There is still time for these teams to change their offseason, and one big trade can still impact things, but through the first week, these teams have dropped the ball. So far.
The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000
The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 12, 2025
Ex-Red Wings, Oilers GM ‘closing in’ on Kings job
The Los Angeles Kings parted ways with Rob Blake after another crushing playoff elimination. This left the team searching for a new general manager for the first time since 2017.
Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 9, 2025
Kings have work to do to take the next step
For the fourth consecutive season, the Los Angeles Kings were bounced from the opening round of the playoffs by the Edmonton Oilers. This year felt like the Kings’ best chance to turn their fortunes finally, and it certainly seemed likely after the Kings took a 2-0 series lead.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 9, 2025
3 Kings trade candidates after Oilers series loss
The Los Angeles Kings lost to the Edmonton Oilers in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. If that sounds familiar, it’s because they have lost to Edmonton in the first round four years in a row.
NHL News / Canucksarmy / May 8, 2025
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 / MayorsManor.com / May 8, 2025
Wednesday: Additional Notes on LA Kings GM Search 
It’s two days later and there are still several layers to peel back on the ‘Rob Blake won’t return as LA Kings GM’ story, as well as the aftermath that has ensued.
NHL News / Breakaway on SI / May 7, 2025
Stars Front Office Has Perfect GM Candidate for Kings
The Los Angeles Kings are searching for a new general manager after dismissing Rob Blake from the position. Blake held the role for eight years, guiding the team's resurgence and return to a playoff contender.
The defining figure for every NHL franchise
People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.
Los Angeles Kings News / LA Kings Insider / May 6, 2025
Key Takeaways from Luc Robitaille’s End-Of-Season Media Availability
Kings President Luc Robitaille addressed the media today on a variety of different topics. Following yesterday’s announcement that the Kings and Rob Blake
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / May 6, 2025
Rob Blake out as LA offseason begins
Before Jim Hiller and the players took to the podium to answer questions about a season that ended again in disappointment, the LA Kings announced that the team and General Manager Rob Blake would go their separate ways.
Los Angeles Kings News / MayorsManor.com / May 5, 2025
Exit Interviews: Kings Players Answer Final Round of Questions
There has been a lot of hockey news to unpack in Los Angeles today — and there is still much more to come. Following an announcement of the Kings and GM Rob Blake agreeing to mutually part ways, coach Jim Hiller held his end of season press conference, covering a myriad of topics.
Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 5, 2025
Kings, GM Rob Blake mutually part ways
Blake compiled a 309-238-71 (.557) regular-season record in his eight seasons as the Kings’ top decision-maker, 19th in the NHL during that stretch.
Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker / April 21, 2025
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.
Los Angeles Kings News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 28, 2024
L.A. Kings GM facing mounting pressure to win
Blake has been at the helm since April 10, 2017 and steered the team through a rebuild that has seen it acquire several good young players but produce mixed results on the ice.
Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / March 27, 2024
How Long is Rob Blake’s Leash as LA Kings’ General Manager?
1,270 games, 777 points, captain of the Los Angeles Kings, Stanley Cup, and Norris Trophy winner. Rob Blake is a legend in hockey and the Kings’ organization.
Los Angeles Kings News / The Hockey Writers / March 10, 2024
Rob Blake’s Silence Instills Confidence in the Kings
The Los Angeles Kings were just one of two teams that did not make a move leading up to the trade deadline. They stood pat, holding onto their core and trusting they can do what it takes to make a deep run.
Los Angeles Kings News / Oilersnation / February 27, 2024
Could LA Kings general manager Rob Blake be on the hot seat and why the NHL’s trade market is so quiet
It’s been an up-and-down season for the LA Kings, starting with a stunning 16-4-3 record in their first 23 games. It left them second in the Pacific Division on December 7th, and well in position to ride through the rest of the season.
Los Angeles Kings News / Daily Faceoff / February 27, 2024
Should Rob Blake be on the hot seat in Los Angeles?
Today on Daily Faceoff Live, Frank Seravallil and Tyler Yaremchuk weigh in on the Los Angeles Kings season and whether general manager Rob Blake is on the hot seat or not.
Los Angeles Kings News / NHL Rumors / February 9, 2024
NHL Rumors: The heat is on Los Angeles Kings GM Rob Blake
Sportsnet 590 The FAN: Jeff Marek on Sportsnet on Los Angeles Kings GM Rob Blake being on the hot seat to do something. ** NHLRumors.com transcription Ailish Forfar: “Kings hired DJ Smith before we brought you on, assistant coach?
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / February 5, 2024
Pressure now falls on Rob Blake after coaching change
On a rainy Monday morning, a perfect illustration of the state of the LA Kings franchise, general manager Rob Blake met with the media to discuss the decision to fire head coach Todd McLellan and appoint Jim Hiller as the interim manager for the remainder of the season.
Los Angeles Kings News / Hockey Royalty / January 18, 2024
'This is our group,' GM Rob Blake addresses the media
Coming off a dreadful 1-3-2 road trip, LA Kings general manager Rob Blake addressed the media for the first time since October to answer questions many following the team have wanted to ask.
NHL News / Yardbarker / June 28, 2023
Los Angeles Kings stock up, stock down
The disappointment of getting booted in the first round by the Edmonton Oilers stings, but the Kings clearly are on the upswing, particularly after acquiring Pierre-Luc Dubois from the Winnipeg Jets.
Los Angeles Kings News / Yardbarker / July 8, 2022
Report: Kings agree to four-year, $22M extension with Adrian Kempe
Kempe, 25, had a breakout campaign last season, leading the Kings with a career-high 35 goals.
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