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Kings Promote Jim Hiller to Head Coach, Aiming to Revitalize Season

Rob Blake, Kings GM, takes decisive action by firing Todd McLellan and promoting Jim Hiller, hoping for a turnaround in the team's performance.

  • Rob Blake, Kings GM, expressed the need for a new approach and voice, leading to the promotion of Jim Hiller as head coach.
  • The Los Angeles Kings are currently holding the first wild-card spot in the Western Conference but are only four points from falling out.
  • The team has experienced a significant slump, winning only three of their last 17 games, which led to Todd McLellan's dismissal.
  • Blake acknowledges the team's performance issues, including a drop in offensive output and a series of close losses.
  • Jim Hiller, with his analytical and offensive-minded approach, is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the team's strategy.
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