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Kings Dominate Hurricanes 7-2, Tie for Second in Pacific Division

Los Angeles extends home point streak to a franchise-record 13 games as Andrei Kuzmenko records first points with the team.

Mar 22, 2025; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Colorado Avalanche center Charlie Coyle (10) scores a goal against Montreal Canadiens goalie Sam Montembeault (35) in shootout at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images
Mar 22, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Philadelphia Flyers center Ryan Poehling (25) and right wing Travis Konecny (11) celebrates after Poehling scores a goal against the Dallas Stars during the second period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Mar 22, 2025; Elmont, New York, USA; Calgary Flames center Nazem Kadri (91) skates across the blue line against the New York Islanders during the third period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Schneidler-Imagn Images
Mar 22, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars defenseman Esa Lindell (23) checks Philadelphia Flyers right wing Travis Konecny (11) during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Kings secured a commanding 7-2 victory over the Hurricanes, snapping Carolina's eight-game winning streak.
  • Andrei Kuzmenko, acquired at the trade deadline, notched his first goal and assist as a King, contributing to the team's improved power play.
  • Anze Kopitar's power-play goal marked his 124th career tally, moving him to third in franchise history for power-play goals.
  • Adrian Kempe scored his team-leading 29th goal, while the Kings capitalized on six goals from their first 11 shots.
  • The win ties Los Angeles with the Edmonton Oilers for second place in the Pacific Division as they chase playoff positioning.