About this episode

New LA Kings Head Coach Peter Laviolette discusses the team's coaching direction and player development ahead of the 2026-27 season.

New LA Kings Head Coach Peter Laviolette joins All The Kings Men to breakdown a variety of topics in advance of the 2026-27 season! Laviolette provides in-depth breakdowns on the new direction of the team’s coaching staff, including the hires of Phil Housley, Chris Hajt and Ray Whitney. Additionally, Laviolette offers some insight on the importance of improving on special teams, changing the way the team plays and how players like Brandt Clarke and Adrian Kempe could continue to excel under the new direction.

Topics covered

• coaching staff
• special teams
• team strategy
• player development
• LA Kings

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