New Kings Coach Pete Laviolette Aims to Spark Offense in LA. In a bid to shake off a dismal 2022-2023 season, the Los Angeles Kings have appointed Pete Laviolette as their new head coach. Laviolette's reputation for boosting team offense is just what the team needs, given their struggles last year when they ranked 29th in the NHL in total goals scored and 28th in average goals per game. With a proven track record of implementing systems that get the most out of his players, Laviolette will look to inject some much-needed firepower into the Kings' lineup. As he begins his tenure in Los Angeles, fans will be eager to see if Laviolette can turn the team's fortunes around and propel them towards a more successful season.

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 ...