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Kings Edge Stars 5-4 in Shootout as Fiala Shines

Kevin Fiala's multi-point game and shootout goal lead Kings to a thrilling win over Dallas after a disallowed overtime goal.

Kings left wing Kevin Fiala, right, scores on Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger during a shootout on Friday night at Crypto.com Arena. The Kings won, 5-4. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Overview

  • Kevin Fiala scored a goal, added an assist, and converted in the shootout, continuing his hot streak with 5 goals in the past 3 games.
  • Anze Kopitar tied the game in the third period, scoring his 432nd career goal to move into third place on the Kings' all-time scoring list.
  • Dallas' Matt Duchene tallied two goals and his 500th career assist, but his shootout attempt was stopped by Kings goalie David Rittich, who made 26 saves.
  • Fiala appeared to score the game-winner in overtime, but the goal was overturned due to goaltender interference by Drew Doughty.
  • The Kings have now won three straight games and 12 of their last 13 at home, while the Stars have dropped the first two games of their California road trip.