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MINI MAKEOVER: Can new LA Kings coach Peter Laviolette ELEVATE Quinton Byfield & LA Post-Kopitar?
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- Jun 12, 2026
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Summary
The Los Angeles Kings land proven winner Peter Laviolette as head coach—can he push the Kings to championship contention before their window closes? John Chik, host of Locked on New York Rangers, joins to offer behind-the-scenes insights into Laviolette’s tenure with the New York Rangers—highlighting locker room dynamics, lineup decisions, and why the second season faltered after a strong President’s Trophy campaign. They will break down Laviolette’s impressive NHL track record and analyzes his potential impact on young talents like Quinton Byfield, drawing comparisons to Alexis Lafrenière’s breakout under his leadership in New York. The episode explores possible offseason moves, including whether Rangers center Vincent Trocheck could fill the Kopitar-sized hole in LA’s lineup. Also, Gil Martin, the host of Locked on New York Islanders, joins to examine the plausibility of trade targets Matthew Barzal and Anders Lee. Don’t miss this must-listen analysis of the Kings’ coaching shift and aggressive approach to reshaping their roster for a sustained playoff push.