Los Angeles Kings Weigh Options for New Head Coach as Peter Laviolette Enters the Mix The Los Angeles Kings are searching for a new head coach, and one of the top candidates is reportedly Peter Laviolette, a veteran NHL coach with a reputation for his high-energy, fast-paced systems. The 61-year-old Laviolette most recently led the New York Rangers, but was let go just over a year ago after a disappointing season. Despite sitting out the 2025-26 campaign, Laviolette appears to be making a comeback, with several openings in the NHL providing him with opportunities to return to the sidelines. With the Kings looking to rebuild their roster and inject some much-needed excitement into their game, Laviolette's experience and coaching style could be a perfect fit.
The Los Angeles Kings spoke with head coaching candidate Peter Laviolette, Pierre Lebrun of The Athletic reports. Last serving as head coach of the New York Rangers until his firing one year ago, the 61-year-old sat out 2025-26 but seems to be gearing back up with several openings up for grabs. Known for his fast-paced […]
