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Building on the news that LA Kings GM Ken Holland is said to have hired veteran coach Peter Laviolette as the team’s new bench boss, Mayor’s Manor founder John Hoven joined Jason Gregor on Edmonton radio to offer a few early thoughts. Some of the topics covered included: the possibility of DJ Smith returning as an assistant, Matt Greene’s status, Phil Housley, Drew Doughty, Brandt Clarke, Quinton Byfield, trade rumors surrounding Dylan Larkin, and much more.

Articles referred to during the conversation were:

Salary Cap Crunch: Where Kings Stand Entering 2026 Offseason

Updated Notes on Kings Coaching Search; Smith Out and Laviolette the Likely Guy

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Enjoy a free replay of a recent spot on KNX 1070 AM, where John Hoven shared some thoughts regarding the LA Kings, NHL, and city of Santa Monica negotiating for a potential game to be played near the pier. It’s a conversation that builds upon our initial story here:

REPORT: Kings Inching Closer to Outdoor Game on the Beach

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Enjoy a free replay of this weekend’s Hot Stove on NHL Network Radio, where John Hoven joined hosts Dennis Bernstein, Dave Pagnotta, and Ryan Paton to break down the Kings-Avalanche series. As the conversation moved along, things eventually turned to the summer and what’s next for GM Ken Holland, including thoughts on Drew Doughty, Quinton Byfield, Brandt Clarke, Alex Laferriere, and the team’s next head coach.

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Step one of a long and winding journey has been completed, as the Kings officially qualified for the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs this week. With that as the lead in, Mayor’s Minutes returned to NHL Network Radio for another all-new segment. As usual, John Hoven joined Jake Hahn and Victoria Matiash to offer a whole new round of hot takes and hockey related opinions. Among the topics covered this week include Anton Forsberg’s recent hot streak in goal, Jonathan Quick’s final game as a player, his probability of making the Hall of Fame, where Quinton Byfield fits into what the Kings are doing right now (and in the future), and what to do when Andrei Kuzmenko returns. As if that’s not enough to talk about, they also spent time delving into various playoff options, such as LA-Edmonton, LA-Vegas, LA-Colorado, and even LA-Anaheim.

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Fresh off the LA Kings wrapping up a 3-1-1 road trip through the Eastern Conference, Mayor’s Minutes returned to NHL Network Radio this week. John Hoven joined Jake Hahn and Victoria Matiash to share a new crop of opinions on everything from Anze Kopitar’s recent record setting performance, to the play of Darcy Kuemper in net, as well as what Artemi Panarin’s offensive contribution is adding to the team’s recent surge. Later in the conversation, the trio also discussed to what it’s been like for LA’s hockey club as they adjust to life with DJ Smith behind the bench, and they even ventured a bit into some World Cup of Hockey and World Baseball Classic chatter.

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With this season’s Trade Deadline now in the rear-view mirror, Mayor’s Minutes returned to NHL Network Radio this week. John Hoven joined Jake Hahn and Victoria Matiash to share a myriad of thoughts on the work Kings GM Ken Holland did to retool his roster, review what he received in return for departing players like Warren Foegele, early reviews on Artemi Panarin’s time in Los Angeles, and offer a few opinions on what DJ Smith’s squad is facing in the days ahead.

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With a heavy heart, Mayor’s Minutes returned to NHL Network Radio this week. It was time to say goodbye to long time friend and regular host, Jim ‘Boomer’ Gordon, who recently passed away after a four-year battle with cancer.

During the conversation, John Hoven joined Jake Hahn and Victoria Matiash to share thoughts and memories of Boomer. Later, they also touched on the LA Kings recent coaching change, as well as roster decisions regarding rookies Angus Booth, Kenny Connors, and Jared Wright. Then, before wrapping up, they previewed how GM Ken Holland is likely to approach the upcoming NHL Trade Deadline.

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Building on the coaching changes implemented by LA Kings GM Ken Holland over the weekend, Mayor’s Manor founder John Hoven joined Matthew Iwanyk on Edmonton radio to offer some early thoughts. Some of the topics covered included: timing of Jim Hiller being fired, Greene joining the staff, and potential plans for this week’s NHL Trade Deadline.

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With NHL players returning to the Winter Olympics for the first time in more than a decade, Mayor’s Minutes returned to NHL Network Radio this week to dig in on the first week of action. Listen in as John Hoven joined hosts Jake Hahn and Victoria Matiash — who were filling in for Boomer Gordon — while they discuss Team USA’s opening game, goaltending, defense, Canada’s chances at a medal, Finland beating Sweden, surprises, early notes, and much more.

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Enjoy a free replay of this weekend’s Hot Stove on NHL Network Radio, where John Hoven joined hosts Dennis Bernstein, Dave Pagnotta, and Ryan Paton to break a little news and discuss topics surrounding the LA Kings, including: Artemi Panarin’s “battle” with Bailey, Brandt Clarke’s contract status, potential trades for a center, Darcy Kuemper’s health, Anton Forsberg’s play of late, Jim Hiller’s lineup options, Ken Holland potentially looking to trade Warren Foegele, and much more.

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