NHL Hockey 8 Hours

Last updated: June 8, 2026, 5:56 PM ET

Coaching shake‑up and betting outlook The Los Angeles Kings announced the arrival of veteran Peter Laviolette as head coach, a move intended to reverse a six‑game losing streak and re‑ignite a roster that sits 12th in the Western Conference. Sources confirmed the hiring on Monday, noting Laviolette’s track record of rapid turnarounds with the Washington Capitals and Nashville Predators. Meanwhile, the Sports Line Projection Model highlighted Monday’s marquee matchups—particularly the Capitals‑Predators and Bruins‑Maple Leafs contests—offering odds that suggest a 1.85‑to‑1 advantage for the home teams, a spread that bettors will scrutinize as the playoff race tightens.

Women’s hockey trade and fan engagement In a sign‑and‑trade deal, star forward Hilary Knight will join the PWHL’s Detroit expansion franchise, giving the new club a marquee player while Detroit relinquishes a 2025 first‑round draft pick and a modest salary‑cap allocation, according to an insider briefed by The Athletic. The league simultaneously rolled out the “Stanley Pup” contest, featuring three adoptable rescue dogs whose names will compete for fan votes across the United States and Canada, a promotion aimed at boosting community outreach ahead of the 2026 season.