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Kings focus on Blues rather than bruises

Kings focus on Blues rather than bruises

In Game 6 at Staples Center, Kings will have a chance to wrap up an NHL series that has been low on penalty minutes but high on drama and punishing play.

Kings beat Blues, 3-2, to move within a win of advancing in playoffs

After Blues tie it in the final minute of regulation, Slava Voynov's overtime goal gives the Kings the victory and a 3-2 lead in the series.

The word 'panic' has been stricken from L.A. Kings' vocabulary

Facing a dire situation Monday, behind 2-0 in Game 4 of a series they trailed 2-1, Kings retained their poise and purpose to beat the Blues, 4-3, and tie series.

Kings' offense hit high gear in 4-3 win over Blues in Game 4

Anze Kopitar and Justin Williams get third-period goals for L.A., which faced 2-0 and 3-2 deficits.

Kings-Ducks outdoor game at Dodger Stadium is confirmed for Jan. 25

The contest will be the first regular-season NHL game scheduled for an outdoor venue in a warm-weather city. An AEG executive says, 'You couldn't ask for a more magical setting.'

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Defenseman Alec Martinez does all he can to set the mood for Kings

Defenseman Alec Martinez does all he can to set the mood for Kings

A day after getting assist to help lift Kings to 1-0 win, Martinez eases postseason tension at practice with sombrero from Coach Darryl Sutter. Kings can tie series against St. Louis on Monday.

Los Angeles Kings know they don't have to be world beaters

Los Angeles Kings know they don't have to be world beaters

Kings trail 2-0 in series against Blues, but as Coach Darryl Sutter says, it isn't an 'end-of-the-world' situation. They just have to play better, and score more.

Why Southern California should care about hockey

Why Southern California should care about hockey

It's an honest sport with strategy, quirks and its own moral code. And the Ducks and the Kings have a shot at a title again.

Kings' offense is missing again in 2-1 loss to Blues in Game 2

Kings' offense is missing again in 2-1 loss to Blues in Game 2

The Kings have scored two goals in two games and are in a 2-0 hole in the series after Barret Jackman scores for St. Louis with 50.4 seconds remaining.

Kings have to step up play going into Game 2 at St. Louis

Kings have to step up play going into Game 2 at St. Louis

Coach Darryl Sutter will keep Anze Kopitar and Dustin Brown on different lines. Sutter, players offer support of Jonathan Quick after Tuesday's loss.

Outhustled Kings fall to St. Louis, 2-1, in overtime of Game 1

Outhustled Kings fall to St. Louis, 2-1, in overtime of Game 1

Jonathan Quick turns away shots all game, but in overtime he loses the puck to Alex Steen, and the Kings lose the opener.

NHL Stanley Cup Playoff preview

NHL Stanley Cup Playoff preview

After a short season, Kings look for a repeat, but Blackhawks are favorites

It's Kings and Blues again, but from a different angle

It's Kings and Blues again, but from a different angle

Kings have handled opponents' desire to beat the champs well, and now know what it takes to win it all. The Blues have a deeper defense this time and hope to learn from Kings' success.

Los Angeles Kings vs. St. Louis Blues: Keys to the series

Los Angeles Kings vs. St. Louis Blues: Keys to the series

What the Kings and the Blues must do to win their best-of-seven first-round NHL playoff series, which starts Tuesday.

A look at the Kings-Blues first-round playoff series

A look at the Kings-Blues first-round playoff series

The Kings won all three regular-season matchups with St. Louis and have beaten the Blues eight consecutive times, including last season's playoffs.

Condensed NHL season results in a reshuffling of the playoff deck

Condensed NHL season results in a reshuffling of the playoff deck

The Kings will defend their championship amid a power shift in both conferences amid lots of injuries and dramatic races to reach the postseason. Absence of some familiar teams opens door for others.

In a very odd NHL season, staying on even keel worked for Kings

In a very odd NHL season, staying on even keel worked for Kings

Avoiding highs and lows in lockout-shortened season was a key factor, Coach Darryl Sutter says, in earning Kings at least a chance for another Stanley Cup run.

Kings' Darryl Sutter has eye on home-ice advantage

Kings' Darryl Sutter has eye on home-ice advantage

Los Angeles Kings coach recalls the difference playing at home made last season in the Stanley Cup Final, as the team prepares to play the San Jose Sharks in their last regular-season game.

The road hasn't been kind to Kings this season

The road hasn't been kind to Kings this season

The Kings finished the lockout-shortened season with an 8-12-4 record on the road. During their run to the Stanley Cup last season, the Kings were 10-1 away from Staples Center.

With Dustin Brown suspended, Kings are beaten in Detroit, 3-1

With Dustin Brown suspended, Kings are beaten in Detroit, 3-1

The Kings captain sits outs after drawing a two-game suspension for an elbow to the head of Minnesota's Jason Pominville on Tuesday. The Kings lose their sixth consecutive road game.

Kings' Anze Kopitar is accumulating points, if not goals

Kings' Anze Kopitar is accumulating points, if not goals

Kopitar has gone 13 games without a goal and has one in his last 17 games. But he has 11 assists in his last 13 games and will lead the team in scoring for the sixth season in a row.

Kings are getting stronger just at the right time

Kings are getting stronger just at the right time

L.A.'s 4-3 overtime victory over Dallas solidifies the team's hold on the No. 4 seeding in the West for the playoffs and it's a reminder of a similar hot stretch last season on the way to winning the Stanley Cup.

NHL: pluses and minuses around the league

NHL: pluses and minuses around the league

Teams around the league show support for victims of the Boston Marathon bombings. The Ducks, unlike past seasons, have followed a fast start with a slow finish.

Kings rookie Jake Muzzin has more than held his own

Kings rookie Jake Muzzin has more than held his own

Defenseman has been impressive, with seven goals and a strong plus-13 rating.

Kings snap Blue Jackets' streak, 2-1

Kings snap Blue Jackets' streak, 2-1

Defenseman Matt Greene returns, and L.A. breaks Blue Jackets' five-game win streak.

Kings Coach Darryl Sutter will let Dustin Penner play through

Kings Coach Darryl Sutter will let Dustin Penner play through

Penner, with two goals this season, struggled again, this time against the San Jose Sharks.

 Kings' Matt Greene, injured in January, is cleared for contact

Kings' Matt Greene, injured in January, is cleared for contact

Defenseman, who had back surgery, practices with teammates Monday. He will continue to rehab.

Los Angeles Kings peaking at the right time

Los Angeles Kings peaking at the right time

A strong 7-2-2 spurt has the Kings in good position as they aim for the rare feat of repeating as Stanley Cup champions.

Kings' Drew Doughty resurges on offense

Kings' Drew Doughty resurges on offense

The defenseman has scored four goals in the Kings' last five games after having only one in the first 37.