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In this episode of Summer Coolers, Neil Smith and Vic Morren dive into the offseason developments for the Los Angeles Kings after another frustrating playoff exit. For the fourth consecutive year, the Kings were eliminated by the Edmonton Oilers in the first round—this time after holding multiple leads and letting key games slip away. With Rob Blake out and Ken Holland in as GM, the Kings are attempting to retool—but are they reloading or regressing?The hosts break down the impact of Holland's veteran-heavy signings—Corey Perry, Cody Ceci, Joel Armia, and Brian Dumoulin—all of whom push the Kings' roster deeper into “win-now” territory. But with an aging core that includes Drew Doughty and Anze Kopitar, and a first-time head coach in Jim Hiller, there are real questions about whether this team can make it out of the first round, let alone compete for the Cup.They also revisit LA's playoff series against Edmonton, highlighting how close the Kings were to taking control—and how costly breakdowns and coaching decisions may have sealed their fate.IN THIS EPISODE:[00:00] A fourth straight playoff loss to the Oilers — what went wrong again?[01:00] Ken Holland takes over as GM — will he be the answer?[01:33] Offseason additions: Perry, Armia, Ceci, Dumoulin — average age over 34[02:40] Perry's Stanley Cup Final curse — five different teams, five losses[04:15] Game-by-game recap: blown leads, failed challenge, poor puck decisions[06:00] Byfield's development, Fiala's upside, and depth up front[07:15] Defensive drop-off: losing Gavrikov, aging Doughty, concerns with Ceci[08:10] Coaching hot seat: how long is the leash for Jim Hiller?[09:15] Could Peter DeBoer be an option if things go south early?KEY TAKEAWAYS:The Kings continue to stumble in the postseason, despite holding multiple leads over the Oilers in key games.Ken Holland's first offseason as GM focused on experience, but at the expense of speed and youth.The blue line took a hit with the loss of Vladislav Gavrikov, and the replacements (Ceci, Dumoulin) raise concerns.Jim Hiller is not Holland's hire, and with big expectations and a veteran group, a slow start could trigger changes.Quinton Byfield's second-half surge and the continued consistency of Kempe and Danault offer hope—but the pressure is building.RESOURCE LINKS:

What do the Kings need to do to become a real Stanley Cup contender?Why can't LA attract big free agents?Jim Hiller has already lost to the Oilers in the playoffs as many times as Todd McLellan did during his tenure.Feeling sorry for Corey Perry? Yikes.LA needs some degenerates that you love to hate.Is Mitch Marner worth like 14 mil per?

The first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs has come to a close and the drama at the kind of stuff that will have us remembering these playoffs for a really long time. Jason and Frank kicked off today's episode of The DFO Rundown by breaking down the Winnipeg Jets miraculous comeback in Game 7 against the St. Louis Blues and Mikko Rantanen saving the season for Dallas Stars with his heroics.From there, they talked about the teams that were bounced over the last few days. The St. Louis Blues took a step this season, can they find a way to become an elite team in the Western Conference? What will the Wild do this summer? Will the Kings run it back with both Rob Blake and Jim Hiller in charge? Can the Lightning keep their window open for another run? The guys went through all of those questions.Tyler then popped in for Fill in the Blank where he asked the guys about their first round MVP, which second round series is the biggest lock to go seven games, and what draft lottery outcome would be the most chaotic?To wrap up the pod, they talked about the Rangers officially hiring Mike Sullivan as their next Head Coach and then they went through every second round series and gave their predictions.1:05 - Rantanen steals series & Jets storm back17:40 - Can the Blues take another step?21:40 - The future of the Wild28:20 - Changes in Los Angeles?35:55 - Has the window closed in Tampa Bay?1:00:55 - Leafs vs Panthers1:02:30 - Canes vs CapitalsWant to hear more from Frank, Jason and the entire DFO team? Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@daily_faceoff?sub_confirmation=1You can get involved with all the NHL futures action over on bet365 by using the promo code NATION at bet365.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this hour of Flames Talk, Pat Steinberg is joined by Sportsnet's Eric Francis for another edition of Eric Francis Fridays! They kick things off by breaking down Jim Hiller's costly decision-making in the Oilers series and whether it might have sealed his fate behind the Kings bench. The conversation shifts back to Calgary, where Pat digs into his latest piece at Sportsnet.ca, handing out year-end awards for the Flames. The spotlight is on Rasmus Andersson, who earned the nod for "most frustrating season" after a tough year at -38. Pat and Eric debate what Andersson's future holds — whether that's a trade, an extension, or something in between — and why his fate is likely decided before puck drop next season.(34:48) In the back half, Eric weighs in on Pat's year-end award picks. Eric dives in on his thoughts on Nazem Kadri's contribution to the Flames this season, his pick for the team's Most Surprising Player, and which prospect (besides Parekh) could be the most intriguing at training camp!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. https://www.sportsnet.ca/960/flames-talk/

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Hour 2 of the Big Show with George Rusic & Matt Rose is on demand! To kick off hour the guys give their thoughts on the LA Kings using Adrian Kempe as a D-man in the final minutes of game 5 and why Jim Hiller felt like he had to use this strategy. Later, the guys then react to the latest audio from Jim Rutherford and some of his shocking statements on Quinn Hughes' relationship with the team.  (16:05) Later on, Owen Newkirk joins the show to talk all things Dallas Stars! Owen and the guys discuss the back and forth nature of this series with the Avalanche, Thomas Harley and the improvements within their D-corps despite Miro Heiskanen still being hurt, an update on Heiskanen and Robertson's injury timeline, Dallas' top players taking control in game 5, and more!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Hour 2 of the Big Show with George Rusic & Matt Rose is on demand! To kick off hour the guys listen to a collection of awkward audio. The guys listen to Jim Hiller getting defensive about LA's 3rd periods against Edmonton, Kyle Dubas calling Sidney Crosby after firing Mike Sullivan and Bill Belichick's awkward interview with CBS.  (14:02) Later on, Rod Pedersen joins the show! Rod and the guys talk all things battle of Florida. Rod speaks on the hatred starting to ramp up over the last couple of games, where Tampa could go from here if they are eliminated in the first round again, Nikita Kucherov's quiet series, Andrei Vasilevsky needing to be better, Matthew Tkachuk's impact and more!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

NHL on TNT Host, Liam McHugh joins Game Play to chat about why he expects the Leafs to close it out in Game 5, the pressure facing Jim Hiller and the emotion in the Avalanche-Stars series.

Craig Button was the first guest on today's show. He first touched on Jim Hiller and questioned his decisions as of late… then touched on why the Oilers have such bad starts and what is the cause of this. Craig then gave his thoughts on Evan Bouchard and the enigma that he is.   In the middle of the hour, we dove right into Weekly Confessions from Spectrum Rent All. Lt. Eric confessed he's the first like on every show, YTT once stole and Dusty wishes he could talk more CFL draft.   We finished off hour two with The Fan Zone presented by FansFirst to discuss how we expect the Oilers to start game five of this series.

We are joined by Colby Cohen, current host of Morning Cuppa Hockey and former NHLer, to get his expert insight on the Oilers-Kings series. He'll weigh in on the momentum swing heading into Game 5, the Oilers' goaltending change, and Jim Hiller's third-period decision-making that may have tipped the balance.Website: https://oilersnation.com/ https://twitter.com/OilersNation/ https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom/ https://www.facebook.com/OilersNation/https://www.instagram.com/oilersnationdotcomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@oilersnation SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

It's Game 5 between the Edmonton Oilers and LA Kings in the opening round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and Oilersnation Everyday is your go-to spot for everything you need before puck drop!The series shifts back to Los Angeles, where the Kings are undefeated this postseason and were one of the NHL's strongest home teams during the regular season. But the momentum has completely flipped — the Oilers roared back with two dominant home wins to tie the series 2-2 and have made it a best-of-three.On today's show, Tyler Yaremchuk and Liam Horrobin break down all the angles heading into Game 5: we've got your full lineup report, important game notes, the always thought-provoking Sherwood Ford Giant Question, and our One Big Take on how Edmonton can steal one on the road.Calvin Pickard remains between the pipes for the Oilers after a rock-solid weekend, while Darcy Kuemper is back in goal for the Kings — though he's struggled mightily in the series so far.PLUS — we'll be joined by Colby Cohen, current host of Morning Cuppa Hockey and former NHLer, to get his expert insight on the Oilers-Kings series. He'll weigh in on the momentum swing heading into Game 5, the Oilers' goaltending change, and Jim Hiller's third-period decision-making that may have tipped the balance.And of course, we'll wrap things up with our gameday Bet365 betting challenge — only a few games left, and things are heating up on the leaderboard. It's a massive night for Oil Country. Don't miss our full Game 5 preview, only on Oilersnation Everyday!Website: https://oilersnation.com/ https://twitter.com/OilersNation/ https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom/ https://www.facebook.com/OilersNation/https://www.instagram.com/oilersnationdotcomhttps://www.tiktok.com/@oilersnation SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

AJ and Kenny hear from Nick Cousins and continue to get set for Game 5 of the Battle of Ontario. Then they delve into the Oilers/Kings series, and hear some audio from a crusty Jim Hiller.

On hour one of Sportsnet Today, Logan Gordon and Shan Virjee get you caught up on all the biggest stories that went down in the NHL playoffs over the weekend! The guys dive into what they saw between the Oilers and the Kings Sunday night, Jim Hiller's comments postgame, and how he's been managing the team during this series.(25:53) Jamie Thomas, Jets team reporter and host of the Ground Control Podcast joins the show to dive into the series for the Winnipeg Jets against the Blues as the series sits tied 2-2! Jamie shares his thoughts on what went wrong for the Jets in St. Louis, Connor Hellebuyck's playoff performance, and much more!The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. Catch every episode of Sportsnet Today live on Sportsnet 960 from 1-3pm MST! Hour 1 Music: Island Life - Atomic Drum AssemblyHour 2 Music: Egozi - Jell O Logan: @Fan960Logan on X Produced by Cameron Hughes and Shan Virjee.

On this episode of Sportsnet Today, Sandra Prusina joins Pat Steinberg and Matty Rose to preview game two against Coachella Valley! Sandra chats about game one takeaways, Klapka's return, the Wranglers' goaltending situation, and what to know about the Firebirds heading into a critical playoff matchup.(27:06) Reid Wilkins of Edmonton Sports Talk joins the show to breakdown a pivotal game three between the Oilers and Kings! Reid and the guys break down Edmonton's defensive play, whether Calvin Pickard should start game four, the impact of Jim Hiller behind the Kings' bench, and how the Oilers can take control of the series.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate. Catch every episode of Sportsnet Today live on Sportsnet 960 from 1-3pm MST! Hour 1 Music: Island Life - Atomic Drum AssemblyHour 2 Music: Egozi - Jell O Logan: @Fan960Logan on X Produced by Cameron Hughes and Shan Virjee.

Somewhat Breaking News - the NBA has fined Minnesota Timberwolves Anthony Edwards $50K for something explicit he said to a fan sitting courtside. Also, we talk about Aaron Rodgers will he sign with the Steelers? and as promised after a thriller game last night, the Kings defeated the Oilers 6-5. We talk to LA Kings Head Coach Jim Hiller. Plus, A short version of the DUMP and SUPER CROSSTALK with MASON and IRELAND. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Jets have been the model of consistency, with their stars performing and Cole Perfetti emerging as a key piece. Trophy talk: Ray favours Draisaitl for the Hart Trophy as the league's only 50-goal scorer, while Hellebuyck’s case may be hindered by the sheer existence of the Vezina Trophy. Lane Hutson is now Ray’s Calder favourite over Celebrini. Niko Mikkola was fined $5,000 for a dying-seconds slapshot in the direction of Habs' David Savard, what's the likelihood of retaliation in the rematch? Ovechkin’s goal chase has extra cameras and plenty of hype, but Bettman and Gretzky won’t go on tour just yet. NCAA late-season signings! The Capitals inked Ryan Leonard, who may transition smoothly as a middle-six forward. The Blues signed Jimmy Snuggerud, who will debut vs. Detroit despite the potential pitfalls of tinkering with a winning lineup. Then, LA Kings head coach Jim Hiller dives into the Kings’ incredible home record, the impact of offseason additions, and how Adrian Kempe has become a true star. He also reflects on the challenges of taking over midseason, his respect for Kopitar and Doughty, and the looming playoff showdown with Edmonton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Hiller sits down for an extended conversation with Zach Dooley to discuss the current state of the Los Angeles Kings.

 Hour 2 of The Big Show with Rusic and Rose is on demand! Matt and Patrick are joined by Dennis Bernstein! Dennis and the guys discuss the latest on the LA Kings ahead of their tilt with the Flames tonight. Dennis speaks on how Jim Hiller is getting the most our of this team, their spot in the Pacific, who has stepped up on the Blue Line with Doughty being out of the lineup, waiving Arthur Kaliyev, Byfield's development and more. Later, the guys discuss some other NHL headlines like Vancouver's Pettersson/ Miller saga.  (19:27) Later on, Adam Stanley joins the show to discuss TGL's fun debut last night. The guys discuss the launch of the league, the unique golf holes we saw, Tiger's impact on this, the season format, the future of the league as a whole and more! Lastly, Eli Salama joins the show to give the latest on the Roughnecks and to assess their start to the season.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.     

Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne and Sam McKee discuss the potential lineup changes in the Leafs' matchup against the Kings tonight, Max Domi's playmaking vs. scoring skills, if he can perform as a centreman, Timothy Liljegren carving a role under Craig Berube and whether Anthony Stolarz has become the Maple Leafs' No. 1 goaltender. Then, Hockey Hall of Famer and Los Angeles Kings President Luc Robitaille (27:38) shares why Jim Hiller was the perfect fit to be the team's coach, the void without Drew Doughty in the lineup, how Adrian Kempe has developed his shooting and the franchise's window for the Stanley Cup.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

In this episode, John and Dennis discuss the LA Kings' preseason preparations, the impact of injuries on the team, and the evaluation of player performances. They delve into the narrative surrounding the length of the preseason and its effects on player health, while also exploring the dynamics of new line combinations. The conversation shifts to understanding PTOs and player contracts, highlighting the Kings' roster decisions and the emphasis on team identity and toughness for the upcoming season.KOTP Bullet Points:DB is off to Quebec City!The Kings will face teams they don't usually see in preseason.Injuries are a concern, but not necessarily due to preseason length.Players like Kopitar want to play in preseason games for chemistry.The revenue from preseason games is important for owners and players.Jim Hiller is keeping lines together for consistency.PTOs are important for players to join NHL training camps.The Kings are focusing on size and toughness this season.The coaching staff has communicated expectations for team identity.Mikey Anderson is seen as a future leader for the Kings.Leadership roles are crucial, especially with injuries to key players.Trevor Lewis provides necessary veteran presence on the ice.The Kings' offensive potential looks promising this season.Goaltending usage will be a key focus for the coaching staff.You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

In this episode, John and Dennis discuss the LA Kings' preseason preparations, the impact of injuries on the team, and the evaluation of player performances. They delve into the narrative surrounding the length of the preseason and its effects on player health, while also exploring the dynamics of new line combinations. The conversation shifts to understanding PTOs and player contracts, highlighting the Kings' roster decisions and the emphasis on team identity and toughness for the upcoming season.KOTP Bullet Points:DB is off to Quebec City!The Kings will face teams they don't usually see in preseason.Injuries are a concern, but not necessarily due to preseason length.Players like Kopitar want to play in preseason games for chemistry.The revenue from preseason games is important for owners and players.Jim Hiller is keeping lines together for consistency.PTOs are important for players to join NHL training camps.The Kings are focusing on size and toughness this season.The coaching staff has communicated expectations for team identity.Mikey Anderson is seen as a future leader for the Kings.Leadership roles are crucial, especially with injuries to key players.Trevor Lewis provides necessary veteran presence on the ice.The Kings' offensive potential looks promising this season.Goaltending usage will be a key focus for the coaching staff.You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

Jim Hiller spoke to the media following practice on Sep 27th 2024

Jim Hiller spoke to the media following practice on Sep 26th 2024

Jim Hiller spoke to the media following the third day of the LA Kings 2024 training camp.

Jim Hiller spoke to the media following the second day of the LA Kings 2024 training camp.

LAK Coach Jim Hiller stops by in the second period of the show to chat about various topics in the aftermath of the NHL Draft and Free Agency. In the first period of the episode, John and Dennis discuss the LA Kings' roster reshaping in free agency. They analyze the team's strategy of adding players with size, grit, and testicular fortitude to change the team's identity. They also address the concerns and expectations of fans, emphasizing the need to wait and see how the new roster performs. The conversation touches on the importance of young players like Quinton Byfield and Alex Turcotte, as well as the potential for further roster changes. They also discuss the transparency of the front office in regards to the departure of Steven Stamkos from the Tampa Bay Lightning.The third period conversation includes In this conversation, the guys analyze the potential line combinations and positions for players like Byfield, Turcotte and Arthur Kaliyev. They also mention the impressive performances of goaltenders at the development camp and discuss the possibility of naming an MVP trophy after Roman Vopat. The conversation concludes with a lighthearted discussion about what to call Jim Hiller.You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

LAK Coach Jim Hiller stops by in the second period of the show to chat about various topics in the aftermath of the NHL Draft and Free Agency. In the first period of the episode, John and Dennis discuss the LA Kings' roster reshaping in free agency. They analyze the team's strategy of adding players with size, grit, and testicular fortitude to change the team's identity. They also address the concerns and expectations of fans, emphasizing the need to wait and see how the new roster performs. The conversation touches on the importance of young players like Quinton Byfield and Alex Turcotte, as well as the potential for further roster changes. They also discuss the transparency of the front office in regards to the departure of Steven Stamkos from the Tampa Bay Lightning.The third period conversation includes In this conversation, the guys analyze the potential line combinations and positions for players like Byfield, Turcotte and Arthur Kaliyev. They also mention the impressive performances of goaltenders at the development camp and discuss the possibility of naming an MVP trophy after Roman Vopat. The conversation concludes with a lighthearted discussion about what to call Jim Hiller.You can find us on X/Twitter at @kingsofthepod

The NHL head coaching carousel never seems to stop. Since the start of the 2023-2024 season, there have been 12 head coaching changes, 13 including the Columbus Blue Jackets just before the start of the season. Just this month, Dan Bylsma, Craig Berube and Sheldon Keefe found themselves with new teams. Plus, Lindy Ruff, Travis Green and Scott Arniel filled vacant positions and Jim Hiller and Drew Bannister got their interim tags removed. Only one coaching vacancy remains with the San Jose Sharks. On this audio only edition of the PHNX Hockey Podcast, Petey and Leah take a look at the various coaching changes around the league and discuss whether or not they were the right moves.  An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/phnx_youtube ALL THINGS PHNX: http://linktr.ee/phnxsports  PHNX Events: Get your tickets to PHNX events and takeovers here: https://gophnx.com/events/ Desert Financial Credit Union: Open a free checking account online with Desert Financial Credit Union and get $200 in bonuses https://www.desertfinancial.com/200 Factor: Get 50% off nutritious, convenient meals to keep you energized on jam-packed days https://factormeals.com/phnxyotes50 Gametime: Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code PHNX for $20 off your first purchase. Four Peaks: Follow them on social @fourpeaksbrew & @fourpeakspub! Must be 21+. Enjoy responsibly.  Circle K:  Join Inner Circle for free by downloading the Circle K app today! Head to https://www.circlek.com/store-locator to find Circle Ks near you! OGeez!: OGeez! is not your average cannabis-infused gummy. Head over to https://www.ogeezbrands.com to find where you can purchase. Must be 21+. Enjoy responsibly.  BetMGM: Download the BetMGM app and sign-up using bonus code PHNX! (http://betmgm.com/phnx).  Sign up for BetMGM, use bonus code PHNX! Place your first BetMGM Sportsbook wager through BetMGM Sportsbook mobile app for at least $10. You will receive $1500 in bonus bets if the bet loses! "Bonus bets expire in 7 days. 1 new customer offer only. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER (Available in the US). Call 877-8-HOPENY (467369) (NY). Call 1-800-327-5050 (Massachusetts,). 21+ only. Please gamble responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ). 1-800-BETS-OFF (Iowa), 1-800-981-0023 (Puerto Rico). First bet offer for new customers only. Subject to eligibility requirements. Bonus bets are non-withdrawable. In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. See betmgm.com for terms. US promotional offers not available in New York, Nevada, North Carolina, Ontario, or Puerto Rico." When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions.  Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jim Hiller is back behind the #GoKingsGo bench, but all will not be same for the #LAKings next season.

In this edition of 32 Thoughts, Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman revisit an incredible double overtime game between the Edmonton Oilers and Dallas Stars. Afterwards, the fellas delve into the latest NHL news. They begin by talking about 'Canes GM Don Waddell being given permission to speak to other teams (13:17). Then, they park some time to chat about some of Carolina's players that could be on the move, including Martin Necas (19:06).  Jeff and Elliotte talk about the Boston Bruins potentially targeting Elias Lindholm this offseason (23:28), and they unpack what was said at the Canucks' end of season media conference (25:09). The fellas discuss Rick Tocchet winning the Jack Adams (32:05), before weighing in on the nominees for the Jim Gregory Award (34:25). That makes way for a conversation about Sheldon Keefe being announced as the New Jersey Devils next head coach (36:00). They also talk about Jim Hiller getting the interim tag removed in LA (41:13). The guys wrap A block by talking about Gabriel Landeskog's future (45:24). Jeff and Elliotte wrap the podcast by previewing Friday's Eastern Conference Final tilt between the Panthers and Rangers (50:32). Email the podcast at 32thoughts@sportsnet.ca or call the Montana's Thought Line at 1-833-311-3232 and leave us a voicemailThis podcast was produced and mixed by Dominic Sramaty and hosted by Jeff Marek and Elliotte Friedman.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff kicks off the show with Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal to discuss today's news of Don Waddell's resignation as general manager of the Carolina Hurricanes. They break down why Waddell decided to leave, his history as an executive, if the GM role is Eric Tulsky's to lose, and Martin Necas' future with the 'Canes after multiple trade attempts. Then, PWHL Minnesota Head Coach Ken Klee joins the show ahead of tonight's Game 3 of the PWHL Finals (16:22). They discuss how the Canada vs. U.S. rivalry and the meteoric rise of the PWHL in it's first season, before recapping the series against Toronto. Later on, with the interim tag removed, L.A. Kings Head Coach Jim Hiller stops by to discuss what L.A. will prioritize going forward, the development of Quinton Byfield and how close he is to becoming a full-time center in the NHL (47:02). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

LA Kings Head Coach Jim Hiller joins Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley immediately following the press conference announcing his multi-year contract. Hiller was named interim Head Coach following the NHL All-Star break in early February and led the team to a 21-12-1 record.

Riley and Derek start off the show by discussing the recent Matvei Michkov rumors. They go on to discuss some coaching movement league wide including Craig Berube heading to the Toronto Maple Leafs, Sheldon Keefe joining the New Jersey Devils, Jim Hiller having his interim tag removed an officially becoming head coach of the Los Angeles Kings, Rod Brind'Amour receiving an extension with the Carolina Hurricanes. After coach chatter they shift to Ryan McDonagh being traded back to the Tampa Bay Lightning and what that could mean for Steven Stamkos, the OHL suspending Landon Sim of the London Knights, and Rick Tocchet winning the Jack Adams trophy for coach of the year.They move on to the Stanley Cup Playoffs starting with the New York Rangers eliminating the Carolina Hurricanes, and the Florida Panthers eliminating the Boston Bruins. Heading on to the Eastern Conference finals they preview the Rangers vs Panthers series. Out West Derek and Riley discuss Edmonton eliminating Vancouver, and give their thoughts on the upcoming Oilers vs Stars series. Also, they give a couple picks for Friday night's game, and answer fan submitted questions!Powered by bet365. Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code: HOCKEYCA. http://www.bet365.ca/Play the DFO Playoff Parlay Challange Game now at games.dailyfaceoff.com for a chance to win some awesome prizes!Visit klyrrum.com/shop and use code Nasty2023 for 35% off your order. Pennsylvania residents only.Go to hellofresh.com/nastysweet for FREE dessert for life! One dessert item per box while subscription is active.Nasty Knuckles is an original show created by co-hosts, Riley Cote and Derek "Nasty" Settlemyre. The show will feature a mix of interviews, never before heard story-telling, hockey-talk, and maybe some pranks... The guys will bring in some of the biggest names in the hockey world all for your enjoyment! Make sure to check back every week as the guys release a new episode weekly!► Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NastyKnuckles► Follow Riley Cote on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rileycote32► Follow Riley Cote on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rileycote32► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dnastyworld► Follow Derek Settlemyre on Instagram: https://instagram.com/dnastyworld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sedano & Kap start off the show with some crosstalk with Momo & Ireland. Sedano had a late night and Kappy wants to investigate Sedano's night out. Kappy lets Sedano know about what happened while he was gone. New LA Kings coach Jim Hiller joins the guys to talk about the upcoming season and his experience thus far. Hiller served as the interim coach for the Kings this past season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to the Drop! Arda Öcal and Greg Wyshynski are back to deliver you the latest news across the NHL! Sergei Bobrovsky stood on his head to lead the Panthers to a 3-0 victory over the New York Rangers. Do the Panthers have the goaltending edge? Should the Rangers going over 14 minutes without a shot in the 2nd period concern fans moving forward? Next up, the Conn Smythe power rankings are out! Be sure to head to ESPN.com for more on the Conn Smythe watch. We then welcome on ESPN NHL writer Ryan Clark to the show to discuss the Western Conference Final. Do the Stars just have too much depth than the Oilers? Can Stuart Skinner lead the Oilers to victory? Is Connor McDavid injured? Is Edmonton's power play too good? Ryan has all the answers. Next up, Rick Tocchet wins the Jack Adams awards, Kings make Jim Hiller official coach, and the Devils hire Sheldon Keefe. You will not want to miss Greg's reaction to the hiring! All that and more on this episode of The Drop! 00:00 Welcome to The Drop! 1:49 Panthers def. Rangers 3-0 in game 1 5:06 Bobrovsky vs. Shesterkin 8:46 Conn Smythe Trophy Power Rankings 11:58 Ryan Clark joins the show to talk the Western Conference Final 13:55 Can Stuart Skinner lead the Oilers to victory? 15:47 Is Connor McDavid injured? 17:07 Stars penalty kill vs. Oilers power play 18:54 Western Conference Final predictions! 27:23 Rick Tocchet wins coach of the year award 28:57 Los Angeles Kings make Jim Miller official coach 30:44 New Jersey Devils hire Sheldon Keefe 35:44 Thank you for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gentille, McIndoe and Frankie Corrado look back on the surprising Canucks and the quick re-tool in Vancouver the guys discuss Dallas and Edmonton's Western final, the Stars depth and what Stars defenders will shadow McDavid? The Sean's present what they learned, with the first two rounds being very predictable, they preview game one between Bobrovsky's Panthers and Shesterkin's Rangers, Jim Hiller's extension's with the LA Kings, the Ryan McDonough trade, which sends him back to Tampa Bay from Nashville and we provide an update on the men still standing in the 'old guy without a cup' race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gentille, McIndoe and Frankie Corrado look back on the surprising Canucks and the quick re-tool in Vancouver the guys discuss Dallas and Edmonton's Western final, the Stars depth and what Stars defenders will shadow McDavid? The Sean's present what they learned, with the first two rounds being very predictable, they preview game one between Bobrovsky's Panthers and Shesterkin's Rangers, Jim Hiller's extension's with the LA Kings, the Ryan McDonough trade, which sends him back to Tampa Bay from Nashville and we provide an update on the men still standing in the 'old guy without a cup' race. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1  Can the Kings limit the even strength offensive production of McDavid and Draisaitl?2  Can the Kings penalty kill limit the Oilers PP?3  Can the Kings Power Play maintain momentum and provide offense?4  How will Jim Hiller approach the lineup during the playoffs?5  How will Jim Hiller/Mike Buckley handle the goaltending rotation?6  Will Quinton Byfield continue his production into the postseason?7  Who will be the X Factor?8  Will PLD provide the depth he was acquired to provide?9 Can the Kings earn a win in Edmonton and capitalize on their home record?10 Will the Kings defeat the Oilers?

1  Can the Kings limit the even strength offensive production of McDavid and Draisaitl?2  Can the Kings penalty kill limit the Oilers PP?3  Can the Kings Power Play maintain momentum and provide offense?4  How will Jim Hiller approach the lineup during the playoffs?5  How will Jim Hiller/Mike Buckley handle the goaltending rotation?6  Will Quinton Byfield continue his production into the postseason?7  Who will be the X Factor?8  Will PLD provide the depth he was acquired to provide?9 Can the Kings earn a win in Edmonton and capitalize on their home record?10 Will the Kings defeat the Oilers?

QUESTIONS FROM THE START OF THE SEASONWhat role will the Salary Cap PlayWho will lead the team in scoring?How will younger plays manage the opportunities they get?How will the goaltending impact the season?Will PLD have a career year?Will Quinton Byfield "break out"? QUESTIONS FROM THE ALL-STAR BREAKWill there be visible changes to the team's approach?How will Jim Hiller change the lineup?Will the home record improve under Hiller?Will the special teams hold steady? FINAL QUESTIONWill they make the playoffs?

Jeff chats with Kings analyst Daryl Evans about how L.A. matches up with their two potential playoff opponents, Quinton Byfield's game heading into the playoffs and Jim Hiller providing a different voice for the team. Producer Matt joins Jeff to look at the potential for an early goalie pull for the Flyers in a big game with the Capitals, which coaching vacancy is the most intriguing and clinching scenarios in the Eastern Conference (16:00). Later on, Mike Augello of The Hockey News gives his take on the firing of Don Granato, the team's inability to add during this past off-season and who might be the next captain of the Sabres (47:33). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jim Fox joins host Jesse Cohen to revisit the new Top 10 Questions list laid out after the Kings named Jim Hiller as Head Coach in early February. The pair discuss the impact of the salary cap, the roster, special teams and more.

Head Coach Jim Hiller joins Jesse Cohen and Zach Dooley to discuss his coaching philosophy, the current state of the Kings and his path through the world of professional hockey. Then The Bannermen (Vartan Garibyan & Karo Blikian) join Jesse to crown a King of the Week for Week 21 including games against the Oilers, Flames, Canucks and Devils.

Jeff kicks off the show with "Mr. Game 7", Justin Williams! They discuss the Rangers' strength between the pipes amidst Jonathan Quick's strong season, the importance of Igor Shesterkin having a strong goalie behind him, if players shy away from playing in big markets, and Quinton Byfield's mind-blowing goal last night. Then, Jonathan Davis of NHL Network Radio stops by to break down Byfield's development, how Jim Hiller has adjusted the lineup while maintaining the Kings' win-streak, Brandt Clarke's confidence, and if Rob Blake will make a move for a goalie (30:47). Later on, Ty Usselman of Tydan Blades shares his company's philosophy and the importance of profiling skate blades, before chatting about the NHL teams that use their services and the players with the most unique skate profiles (48:08). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Pete, Nick and Anna catch up about all the trends around the NHL, including the best stretch of former No. 1 pick Juraj Slafkovsky's career and the sneaky fantasy value of teams like the Flames and Blues and players worth adding from those teams. Other topics and players covered include Andrei Svechnikov's return for the Hurricanes, an injury update on Shea Theodore of the Golden Knights, reaction to the Kings winning their first game under new coach Jim Hiller against the Oilers, some concerns surrounding the Avalanche, the Morgan Rielly situation and more.

Pete and Nick catch up after NHL All-Star Weekend in Toronto with the impact of the Canucks trading for Elias Lindholm, the Jets landing Sean Monahan and Kings firing coach Todd McLellan and replacing him with Jim Hiller. Other players and topics covered include Patrick Kane, Mark Scheifele, William Karlsson, Pyotr Kochetkov and Owen Tippett nearing returns from injuries, the sneaky upside of Andrei Kuzmenko with the Flames, the buy-low window on the Golden Knights and bold predictions for the stretch run.