Manor Holland Press Conference: Initial Notes and Quotes

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Building upon the coaching change that came Sunday morning, Kings GM Ken Holland held a brief press conference to meet with local media. We’ll have a full article up later today. For now, here are a few quick highlights:

#GoKingsGo presser…

Holland was hoping the time off from the Olympic break would be a turning point. Spoke with Hiller and informed him this morning.

Hopes the move will “jolt” the team. DJ told the players it’s a clean slate going forward.

— The Mayor | Team MM (@mayorNHL) March 1, 2026

#GoKingsGo presser…

Holland didn't’t like the 2 games before the break or the 2 games after. Move was made regardless of last nights game.

Felt like he needed to make a change with 23 games left. Thinks with games against division opponents coming up they control their own…

— The Mayor | Team MM (@mayorNHL) March 1, 2026

#GoKingsGo

Holland asked Matt Greene during the second intermission last night if would be interested in being an assistant coach.

— The Mayor | Team MM (@mayorNHL) March 1, 2026

Essentially, he explained how Panarin likely was the Kings big trade deadline deal. They just made it a few weeks earlier than 3/6.

— The Mayor | Team MM (@mayorNHL) March 1, 2026

NOTE: The full quote is a little more nuanced, but that’s the gist.

Following the team’s practice on Sunday, a few players reacted to the change:

— Kopitar echoed the “jolt” sentiment (used the same word). Says Hiller fell on the sword and it’s the players responsibility to play better.

— Kempe emphasized he has a lot of respect for Hiller and is saddened for him to go. Despite that, he thinks DJ brings energy as a head coach and hopes it will energize the room.

More to come later. Until then, our earlier article can be found here:

BREAKING NEWS: Kings Fire Hiller, Smith to Coach with Greene as Assistant

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