Kings Edge Predators in OT, Extend Win Streak to Five
Quinton Byfield's overtime goal and Darcy Kuemper's second straight shutout secure a 1-0 victory for Los Angeles.
- Quinton Byfield scored the game-winning goal in overtime, marking his third OT goal of the season and extending his scoring streak to six games.
- Goaltender Darcy Kuemper recorded his second consecutive shutout, stopping all 24 shots from the Nashville Predators.
- The Kings improved their home record to 23-3-4, extending their unbeaten streak at Crypto.com Arena to 12 games (9-0-2).
- Los Angeles moved one point ahead of the Edmonton Oilers for second place in the Pacific Division, a critical position for potential home-ice advantage in the playoffs.
- The Predators, missing key players Roman Josi and Juuse Saros, struggled offensively and suffered their second consecutive loss following a recent four-game winning streak.