The Los Angeles Kings are hiring Peter Laviolette as their next head coach, according to multiple reports. The Athletic and New York Post both cite information attributed to NHL sources, including Pierre LeBrun, who says the Kings’ search is ending with Laviolette. The New York Post reports that the process could have also included opportunities with other teams, mentioning the Edmonton Oilers and Toronto Maple Leafs as potential destinations. The Athletic adds context on Laviolette’s recent coaching status, stating that he has not coached since being fired by the New York Rangers in April 2025. Across the coverage, the focus is on the Kings’ decision and Laviolette’s return to a head-coaching role after a break following his departure from the Rangers. The reports describe the hiring as a continuation of the Kings’ search for an experienced coach, with Laviolette viewed as a veteran presence. The articles do not provide additional details on contract terms or immediate plans, but they agree on the essential point: Laviolette is set to become the Kings’ head coach.