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Kings Secure Home-Ice Advantage with Dominant Win Over Oilers

Los Angeles clinches playoff positioning as Edmonton faces challenges with a depleted roster ahead of their fourth consecutive postseason clash.

Los Angeles Kings' Phillip Danault (24) battles for the puck with Edmonton Oilers' Joshua Brown (44) and Kasperi Kapanen (42) during first period NHL action in Edmonton, Monday, April 14, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson
Los Angeles Kings' Brandt Clarke (92) and Edmonton Oilers' Vasily Podkolzin (92) rough ti up during second period NHL action in Edmonton, Monday, April 14, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson
The Kings’ Jordan Spence, left, Vladislav Gavrikov, center, and Phillip Danault celebrate after a goal during the first period of their game against the Edmonton Oilers on Monday night in Edmonton, Alberta. The Kings won, 5-0. (Jason Franson/The Canadian Press via AP)
Los Angeles Kings' Adrian Kempe (9) and Edmonton Oilers' Viktor Arvidsson (33) battle for the puck during second period NHL action in Edmonton, Monday, April 14, 2025.

Overview

  • The Los Angeles Kings defeated the Edmonton Oilers 5-0, officially clinching home-ice advantage for their first-round playoff series.
  • Adrian Kempe led the Kings with a goal and two assists, showcasing the team's offensive depth in a commanding performance.
  • The Oilers, historically dominant in past playoff matchups against the Kings, are entering the series with several key players sidelined due to injuries.
  • Quinton Byfield extended his scoring streak to four games, while Kevin Fiala notched his career-high 35th goal of the season, underlining the Kings’ offensive momentum.
  • The Kings boast the league's best home record (31-5-4) this season, positioning themselves strongly for the upcoming playoff series.