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Kings Edge Predators in OT, Extend Win Streak to Five

Quinton Byfield's overtime goal and Darcy Kuemper's second straight shutout secure a 1-0 victory for Los Angeles.

Mar 13, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Kings goaltender Darcy Kuemper (35) and center Phillip Danault (24) celebrate after the team’s win against the Washington Capitals at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ryan Sun-Imagn Images
Mar 13, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Florida Panthers center Sam Bennett (9) celebrates at the bench after scoring a goal against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images
Mar 13, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Rickard Rakell (67) reacts after being named first star of the game against the St. Louis Blues at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
Mar 8, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers right wing Owen Tippett (74) shoots the puck against the Seattle Kraken in the second period at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images/File Photo

Overview

  • Quinton Byfield scored the game-winning goal in overtime, marking his third OT goal of the season and extending his scoring streak to six games.
  • Goaltender Darcy Kuemper recorded his second consecutive shutout, stopping all 24 shots from the Nashville Predators.
  • The Kings improved their home record to 23-3-4, extending their unbeaten streak at Crypto.com Arena to 12 games (9-0-2).
  • Los Angeles moved one point ahead of the Edmonton Oilers for second place in the Pacific Division, a critical position for potential home-ice advantage in the playoffs.
  • The Predators, missing key players Roman Josi and Juuse Saros, struggled offensively and suffered their second consecutive loss following a recent four-game winning streak.