Kings Defeat Utah 5-3 Despite Hayton's Historic Hat Trick
Drew Doughty leads Los Angeles with a goal and two assists in their first game after the 4 Nations break.
- Drew Doughty scored his first goal of the season and added two assists to help the Kings secure a 5-3 victory over Utah Hockey Club.
- Barrett Hayton made history for Utah with the franchise's first-ever hat trick, including two power-play goals.
- The Kings improved their league-best home record to 18-3-2 with contributions from Kevin Fiala, Alex Laferriere, Trevor Lewis, and Mikey Anderson.
- Utah's defenseman Sean Durzi returned to the lineup for the first time following shoulder surgery in October, while Mikey Anderson returned for the Kings after a hand injury.
- Los Angeles will next face the Vegas Golden Knights on Monday, while Utah hosts Vancouver on Sunday.