"New Hope for the Kings: Peter Laviolette Takes the Reins in Los Angeles. The Los Angeles Kings are looking to rebound from a disappointing season, and their latest move may be just the spark they need. With a reputation for revamping underperforming offenses, Peter Laviolette has been brought in to shake things up behind the bench. The team's struggles on the score sheet were evident last season, as they ranked 29th in the NHL in total goals and average goals per game, a clear area of focus for Laviolette's tenure. As he begins to implement his systems and strategies, fans are eagerly awaiting the potential impact on the team's fortunes."

Laviolette is known for improving offense, a definite need for Los Angeles, which was 29th in the NHL last season in total goals (220) and average goals per game (2.68). He'll implement his ideas with ...