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Kings Shut Out Oilers to Tighten Pacific Division Race

Darcy Kuemper's fifth shutout of the season and key offensive contributions propel Los Angeles to a 3-0 win, closing within one point of the division lead.

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

  • The Los Angeles Kings defeated the injury-depleted Edmonton Oilers 3-0, creating a four-point cushion over Edmonton for second place in the Pacific Division.
  • Goaltender Darcy Kuemper recorded his fifth shutout of the season, making 27 saves and extending his streak of allowing two goals or fewer to 13 games.
  • Kevin Fiala scored his 30th goal of the season, joining Adrian Kempe as the first Kings duo to hit this milestone since 2007-08.
  • Andrei Kuzmenko continued his strong form with a goal, contributing to the Kings' offensive depth since his acquisition earlier in the season.
  • The Oilers, missing key players like Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl due to injuries, struggled to generate offense and were shut out for the fifth time this season.