Kings Secure Ninth Straight Home Win with Late Goal Against Lightning

Adrian Kempe's third-period goal lifts Los Angeles to a 2-1 victory, extending their home streak and marking their fourth consecutive overall win.

Adrian Kempe scored the game-winning goal with 5:48 remaining, bringing his season total to a team-leading 19 goals.
Darcy Kuemper delivered a standout performance in goal for the Kings, making 34 saves and shutting out the Lightning for nearly 59 minutes after an early goal.
The Kings have now won nine consecutive home games, tying the third-longest home winning streak in franchise history, and have earned points in 14 of their last 16 games.
Victor Hedman scored for Tampa Bay just over a minute into the game but was held scoreless afterward, as the Lightning suffered their third straight loss.
Trevor Lewis returned from injury to play in his 1,000th career NHL game, a milestone few players reach, while the Kings also welcomed back Trevor Moore and Andreas Englund.