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BIG HIRE: LA Kings Land Peter Laviolette as their next head coach—What He Will BRING to Los Angeles
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- Jun 9, 2026
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Summary
The Los Angeles Kings land veteran coach Peter Laviolette to help turn their playoff fortunes around. Will his aggressive, up-tempo style unlock the Kings’ true potential and spark a deep postseason run? Eddie Garcia breaks down why Laviolette, the NHL's winningest American-born coach, is the right fit for LA. Key topics include Laviolette’s impressive résumé—Stanley Cup win with the Carolina Hurricanes, Finals runs with the Flyers and Predators—and his track record of instant team turnarounds. Eddie Garcia highlights connections to Kings players like Artemi Panarin and examines how Laviolette’s demanding, accountability-driven approach might impact the locker room. The episode also covers Anze Kopitar’s Lady Byng finalist finish, the re-signing of Aatu Jameson and reports surrounding Edmonton Oilers’ surprising coaching hire. Don’t miss this comprehensive look at what Laviolette’s arrival means for the Los Angeles Kings’ offseason strategy and their quest to become true Stanley Cup contenders.