LA Kings broadcasters Nick Nickson and Jim Fox join host Jesse Cohen to answer the Top 10 Questions for the 2024-25 season. The new season is upon us and the Kings are starting out without Drew Doughty. How will the Kings manage the loss of their top defenseman? What will a full season under Jim Hiller look like? How will the new players perform and how will the team execute the new vision? What should fans expect from the 2024-25 season? We take a look at the landscape and let you know what to watch for!
1 How will injuries impact the season?
2 How will the D corps be deployed in Doughty's absence?
3 Will the chanes to the special teams yield positive results?
4 Will Jim Hiller continue to be an unpredictable/creative/unconventional coach in a full season?
5 Will Quinton Byfield continue his strong play at center in the preseason?
6 Will Alex Laferriere by a capable linemate for Kopitar and Kempe?
7 Will the added players have the desired impact?
8 How will goaltending impact the season?
9 How will the rest of the Pacific Division/Western Conference perform?
10 Will the Kings make the playoffs?