Kings Shut Out Capitals, Extend Winning Streak to Four Games
Los Angeles dominates Eastern Conference leaders with Darcy Kuemper's stellar goaltending and strong penalty kill performance.
- Darcy Kuemper recorded his 34th career shutout, making 21 saves in the Kings' 3-0 victory over the Washington Capitals.
- The Capitals' Alex Ovechkin, nine goals shy of breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time scoring record, was held without a shot on goal for only the second time this season.
- Kevin Fiala and Quinton Byfield scored 47 seconds apart in the third period, with Byfield extending his goal streak to five consecutive games.
- The Kings' penalty kill unit remained dominant, successfully defending all five Capitals' power plays, including a brief 5-on-3 advantage.
- The win moves the Kings into second place in the Pacific Division, surpassing the Edmonton Oilers, as they continue their push for playoff positioning.