Laviolette, Kings Close In On HC Deal Amid Rival Buzz

Peter Laviolette is reportedly on the verge of landing in Los Angeles, and that alone sends the rumor mill into overdrive. The chatter around the Maple Leafs and Oilers gives this one extra spice, because when a veteran coach becomes the center of multiple conversations, somebody usually has a very specific plan in mind. The Kings have been circling the same kind of seasoned voice for a reason, and this move would say plenty about where they think the roster stands.