Los Angeles Kings hire Peter Laviolette as new head coach

The Los Angeles Kings are hiring Peter Laviolette as the teams new head coach, bringing in a veteran leader, sources say. Laviolette brings years of NHL experience and a Stanley Cup Final appearance to the Kings bench.

The move aims to bolster the team's coaching staff for a deep playoff run. Los Angeles hopes Laviolette can guide the roster back to championship contention in the highly competitive Western Conference.