Peter Laviolette’s Emotional Return to MSG with the Kings

On October 26, Peter Laviolette returned to Madison Square Garden in a significant game where the New York Rangers lost 6-3 to his new team, the Los Angeles Kings. Laviolette, who coached the Rangers from 2023 to 2025, shared his reflections on his time with the team, noting the stark contrast between his two seasons. His first season culminated in a Presidents’ Trophy, while the second saw the team miss the playoffs.

Laviolette recounted fond memories of the New York fans, expressing gratitude for the support he received during his tenure. “I really enjoyed being here… the New York fans were just awesome,” he remarked. Under his leadership, the Rangers achieved franchise records of 55 wins and 114 points. Currently, Laviolette’s coaching record stands at 849-568-25-163. The Kings are set to face the Ottawa Senators next.