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Kings Shut Out Oilers to Tighten Pacific Division Race

Los Angeles extends home dominance with a 3-0 victory, moving within one point of the division lead as Edmonton struggles without key players.

The Kings’ Kevin Fiala, right, celebrates his goal with Alex Laferriere next to Edmonton goaltender Calvin Pickard during the second period Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Crypto.com Arena. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)
Kings defensemen Drew Doughty (8) and Mikey Anderson (44) celebrate after a goal by left wing Andrei Kuzmenko (96) against the Edmonton Oilers during the second period of an NHL hockey game in Los Angeles, Saturday, April 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Alex Gallardo)

Overview

  • Darcy Kuemper recorded his fifth shutout of the season with 27 saves, leading the Kings to a 3-0 win over the Oilers.
  • Kevin Fiala scored his 30th goal of the season, while Andrei Kuzmenko extended his point streak to four games with a second-period goal.
  • The Kings solidified their hold on second place in the Pacific Division, creating a four-point gap over the Oilers and closing within one point of the Vegas Golden Knights.
  • Edmonton, missing stars Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and others due to injuries, struggled to generate offense in the loss.
  • Los Angeles improved their league-best home record to 29-4-4 and extended their winning streak to four games, boosting playoff momentum.