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Kings Shut Out Capitals in 3-0 Victory, Extend Win Streak to Four

Darcy Kuemper's stellar performance and goals from Fiala, Byfield, and Foegele propel Los Angeles past Washington.

Mar 13, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Kings goaltender Darcy Kuemper (35) and center Phillip Danault (24) celebrate after the team’s win against the Washington Capitals at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ryan Sun-Imagn Images
Mar 13, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Florida Panthers center Sam Bennett (9) celebrates at the bench after scoring a goal against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the first period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images
Mar 13, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Rickard Rakell (67) reacts after being named first star of the game against the St. Louis Blues at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
Mar 8, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Flyers right wing Owen Tippett (74) shoots the puck against the Seattle Kraken in the second period at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images/File Photo

Overview

  • Darcy Kuemper recorded his 34th career shutout with 21 saves, marking his third shutout of the season since being traded to Los Angeles from Washington last summer.
  • Quinton Byfield scored for the fifth consecutive game, while Kevin Fiala added a goal and an assist, and Warren Foegele contributed a goal for his 200th career point.
  • The Kings' penalty kill was dominant, denying Washington on all five power-play opportunities, including a brief two-man advantage in the third period.
  • Alex Ovechkin, nine goals away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's all-time NHL scoring record, failed to register a shot on goal for only the second time this season.
  • With their fourth straight win, the Kings moved into second place in the Pacific Division, overtaking the Edmonton Oilers.