Peter Laviolette outlines vision for Kings to enhance team culture
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 11:30 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Peter Laviolette was introduced as the new head coach of the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday. He emphasized the importance of unifying the locker room, fostering accountability, and developing an attacking playing style. Laviolette, who signed a three-year contract, aims to improve a team that has struggled offensively, finishing last season 30th in goals per game. He previously led three teams to the Stanley Cup Final and will focus on a culture shift within the organization., Laviolette plans to work with winger Artemi Panarin, who he considers a key player.
- •Laviolette aims to build a family environment within the team.
- •Kings finished last season with 2.68 goals per game, the lowest since 2021-22.
- •Laviolette has coached 1,594 NHL games, ranking ninth all-time.
- •He hopes to increase the team's scoring to 250 goals next season.
- •Interim coach D.J. Smith finished the season with an 11-6-6 record.
- 11:30 PMYahoo Sports — New Kings coach Peter Laviolette looks to build pillars for success
"During an introductory news conference Wednesday, he stressed unifying the locker room, seeking accountability and to build an attacking style of play.
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