Jim Hiller Named Full-Time Head Coach of Los Angeles Kings

The Kings remove the interim tag from Hiller after a strong finish to the regular season but an early playoff exit.

Hiller led the Kings to a 21-12-1 record after taking over as interim coach in February.
Despite regular-season success, the Kings were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs by the Edmonton Oilers for the third consecutive year.
Hiller has signed a multi-year contract to become the 30th head coach in franchise history.
The Kings face challenges with aging key players and limited prospects in their minor league system.
Assistant coach Trent Yawney has departed, and starting goalie Cam Talbot is an unrestricted free agent.