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Kings Part Ways with GM After Fourth Straight Playoff Loss

8/10/2025

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The Los Angeles Kings faced heartbreak once again, falling to the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the fourth straight year. In a bold move, they parted ways with general manager Rob Blake, bringing in Ken Holland. While new signings like Corey Perry and Joel Armia offer hope, the Kings still seek a top-six scorer to elevate their playoff ambitions.

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Story summary

The Los Angeles Kings faced heartbreak once again, falling to the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the fourth straight year. In a bold move, they parted ways with general manager Rob Blake, bringing in Ken Holland. While new signings like Corey Perry and Joel Armia offer hope, the Kings still seek a top-six scorer to elevate their playoff ambitions.