One of the hot candidates for open NHL coaching jobs, Ontario Reign Coach Marco Sturm returns to KOTP to chat with The Mayor about the prospects in the LAK pipeline. The guys discuss the second and third round of the Stanley Cup playoffs as well. 

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The LA Kings new Vice President and General Manager makes his debut and the guys talk about the ramifications of the hire of the 10th GM in franchise history. 

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In the aftermath of another Los Angeles Kings bitter playoff loss to the Edmonton Oilers, the guys discuss the departure of General Manager Rob Blake and the work ahead for the team President Luc Robitaille. 

Major topics:

• Dean Lombardi's tenure vs. Blake length of tenure
• The prospective timeline of Blake's departure
• The status of Coach Jim Hiller
• The pool of potential candidates 

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The LA Kings roll into Edmonton with a two games to none series lead on the Oilers and the guys recap the wins in Los Angeles and the challenges of Game 3. 

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As the days wind down on his 44-year, Hall of Fame career and with his final call of Stanley Cup playoffs games just ahead, LAK broadcasting icon Nick Nickson joins KOTP. 

Also:

• A Mayor review of Coachella and AC/DC at the Rose Bowl
• Discussion of LAK team awards 
• Predictions for all eight opening round Stanley Cup Playoffs series

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With the Los Angeles Kings clinching a playoff spot for the fourth consecutive season, what is still to be determined is who they will face in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. 

DB and The Mayor discuss the team's strong close to the regular season in addition to: 

• Ovi 895.
• A prospects update by The Mayor.
• Drew Doughty's injury management for the team's playoff success.
• Andrei Kuzmenko's impact on the Kings has been significant and positive.
• Contract extensions.
• The offside review rule remains a contentious topic among fans.
• And we take listener questions! 

 

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LAK winger Alex Laferriere returns to KOTP! 

Also in this episode:

• The stretch run
• A new Quinton Byfield narrative?
• Change in the 2025 Rookie Tournament
• Update on the upcoming college hockey playoffs 
• The importance of veteran leadership 

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LAK forward Alex Turcotte returns to KOTP to discuss his first full NHL season. 

Also in this episode:

• A look back at the week that was and a look ahead to the LAK two game road trip.  
• Kings prospects are showing promise, with several expected to turn pro soon.
• The Kings need to improve their road performance to succeed in the playoffs.
• Home ice advantage is crucial for playoff success.
• Quinton Byfield and Kevin Fiala are keys to the team's recent success.
• Consistency in the lineup is essential as the playoffs approach.
• The Kings are well-positioned for a strong playoff run if they maintain their current form.

 

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The NHL Trade Deadline has come and gone and the guys discuss the aftermath. 

The Mayor gives an update on the Kings prospect pipeline.

The guys discuss the upcoming week in Los Angeles including the return of PL Dubois and possible off-season moves. 

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In the finale of our series of interviews with the 2015 Manchester Monarchs Calder Cup championship team, Coach Mike Stothers returns to KOTP and reminisces with The Mayor. 

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