In an effort to turn their season around, the Los Angeles Kings have made a coaching change, firing Todd McLellan and appointing Jim Hiller as the interim coach for the rest of the season. General manager Rob Blake expressed hope that Hiller's different approach and style would bring about positive changes for the team.
While Blake remained vague about the specific changes Hiller would bring, he did mention that the interim coach would have time to work with the team before their next game on Saturday against the Edmonton Oilers. The Oilers, who have been on an impressive 16-game winning streak, could even tie the NHL record for consecutive victories before facing the Kings.
