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Los Angeles Kings and GM Rob Blake Part Ways After Playoff Struggles

The Kings announced the mutual separation with Rob Blake following their fourth consecutive first-round playoff loss to the Edmonton Oilers.

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Kings president Luc Robitaille on Tuesday expressed confidence that head coach Jim Hiller, pictured talking to his players during a January game in Sunrise, Florida, will be back next season, though he added that the new GM will have a say in that decision. (AP Photo/Marta Lavandier)
Head coach Jim Hiller of the Los Angeles Kings reacts against the Colorado Avalanche during the first period of a NHL hockey game at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Saturday, April 12, 2025. (Photo by Keith Birmingham, Orange County Register/ SCNG)
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Overview

  • Rob Blake's tenure as Kings GM ends after eight seasons, with the team failing to advance past the first round in five playoff appearances.
  • The Kings tied franchise records this season with 48 wins and 105 points, but their playoff hopes were dashed by a six-game loss to the Oilers.
  • Team president Luc Robitaille praised Blake's contributions, acknowledging his role in rebuilding the team and elevating its regular-season performance.
  • The search for Blake's successor has begun, with Robitaille and hockey operations director Jake Goldberg likely handling interim duties.
  • Blake departs with a 309-238-71 regular-season record but a disappointing 8-20 playoff mark, leaving the Kings with a strong roster but unfulfilled postseason ambitions.