Kings Secure Playoff Spot with Dramatic Overtime Win Against Blackhawks
The Los Angeles Kings clinched third place in the Pacific Division, setting up a playoff rematch with the Edmonton Oilers.
- Adrian Kempe scored just six seconds into overtime, tying the NHL record for the fastest overtime goal and securing a win for the Kings.
- The Kings' victory, coupled with the Vegas Golden Knights' loss, allowed them to leapfrog into third place in the division.
- Viktor Arvidsson played a key role, scoring the game-tying goal and adding an assist in the critical season finale.
- The win sets up a third consecutive playoff meeting between the Kings and the Oilers, with the Kings seeking to reverse previous outcomes.
- Los Angeles finished the regular season with 99 points, narrowly edging out the Golden Knights by one point.