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Forsberg's 29-Save Shutout Lifts Kings Over Flames, 2-0, to Halt Skid

The win pulls Los Angeles within one point of the West's second wild-card spot.

Overview

  • Alex Laferriere broke a scoreless game late in the second period at Crypto.com Arena.
  • Adrian Kempe added an insurance goal in the final seconds to secure the 2-0 result.
  • Goaltender Anton Forsberg stopped all 29 shots for the shutout and stressed that every point now matters.
  • The victory snapped a five-game winless stretch that included an 8-1 loss to Edmonton.
  • Next up is the NHL-best Colorado Avalanche at home on March 2, with coach Jim Hiller calling for the same tight defensive play.