# LA Kings Fans wonder what's next After Peter Laviolette HIRE. Kings look to upgrade offensively?

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Podcast: [Locked On Kings - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Kings](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-kings-daily-podcast-on-the-los-angeles-kings-94741)
Published: 2026-06-20T07:04:44+00:00
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## Resource

LA Kings fans react to the hiring of Peter Laviolette as head coach—will his arrival finally unlock Quentin Byfield’s potential and catalyze a deep Stanley Cup push? Eddie Garcia tackles pressing questions about off-season plans, debating possible trades involving Brian Dumoulin, Cody Ceci, and even a high-profile pursuit for centers like Dylan Larkin or Elias Pettersson. Is the front office truly “all in,” or does a looming retool await? Key segments spotlight the team’s defensive restructuring with Brant Clarke emerging, Drew Doughty’s evolving role, and goaltending uncertainty surrounding Darcy Kuemper. The episode also explores rumors involving Vincent Trocheck, Vladislav Gavrikov plus the surprise hiring of Jim Hiller in Toronto. Listener feedback fuels a spirited discussion on salary cap strategy, development frustrations, and whether LA’s aggressive moves can keep pace with NHL powerhouses like the Vegas Golden Knights and Edmonton Oilers.

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