The man behind the man with the plan

Dean Lombardi’s process, in building the Kings over the past six years, has been well-chronicled, but who does Lombardi turn to for sage advice? High atop that list is a longtime NHL executive named Jack Ferreira, who holds the vague title of “assistant to the general manager.” It’s a important position for Lombardi, though, as Ferreira is a wise, veteran part of the front office. If you like Dwight King and Jordan Nolan in the Kings’ lineup, you have Ferreira to thank in large part. My LAKings.com story for today looks at the long relationship between Ferreira and Lombardi. Thanks for reading…

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