Speaking at his introductory press conference today (video link), Kings GM Ken Holland revealed that head coach Jim Hiller will remain with Los Angeles for next season. Hiller just completed his first full season as head coach of the team with the Kings picking up 105 points in the standings, tying their franchise record set back in 1974-75. However, they weren’t able to … [Read more...] about Hiller Will Remain Head Coach Next Season
Offseason Checklist: Anaheim Ducks
The offseason has arrived for half of the league’s teams that aren’t taking part in the playoffs plus those eliminated in the first round. Accordingly, it’s time to examine what they will need to accomplish over the coming months. Next up is a look at Anaheim. After a rocky showing in 2023-24, the Ducks bounced back relatively well this year with a 21-point jump in the … [Read more...] about Offseason Checklist: Anaheim Ducks
D.J. Smith Interviewing For Multiple Head Coach Vacancies
The Kings have given associate coach D.J. Smith permission to pursue head coaching opportunities across the league this offseason, Dennis Bernstein of The Fourth Period reports. He’s already received multiple interviews. Smith has been with L.A. for just over 15 months. The Kings hired him in February 2024 after the Senators fired him as their head coach two months prior. He … [Read more...] about D.J. Smith Interviewing For Multiple Head Coach Vacancies
Ducks Owner Henry Samueli Discusses Future Goals For Team
In a rare interview, Anaheim Ducks owner Henry Samueli discussed the need to provide GM Pat Verbeek with more financial flexibility, the decision to hire coach Joel Quenneville, and his desire to make the team a Stanley Cup contender moving forward, per Eric Stephens of The Athletic. After seven consecutive seasons without making the playoffs (including a 35-37-10 record this … [Read more...] about Ducks Owner Henry Samueli Discusses Future Goals For Team
Fiala To Play For Switzerland At Worlds
Kings winger Kevin Fiala’s season hasn’t come to an end just yet. After originally being unable to play at the Worlds due to some travel issues, the Swiss Ice Hockey Federation announced that Fiala will indeed be able to join the squad, filling their final spot. The 28-year-old was the tournament MVP last year, notching seven goals and six assists in just eight games. This … [Read more...] about Fiala To Play For Switzerland At Worlds