LA Kings defeat the tough Dallas Stars in an exciting shootout after overtime- Feb. 2025
In a thrilling showdown at Crypto.com Arena on Friday night, the Los Angeles Kings secured a dramatic 5-4 victory over the Dallas Stars in a shootout, marking their third consecutive win. The game was a rollercoaster of emotions, featuring disallowed goals, standout performances, and a nail-biting conclusion that left fans on the edge of their seats.
The action ignited almost immediately, with Warren Foegele lighting the lamp just 11 seconds into the first period. Capitalizing on a sharp-angled shot from Phillip Danault, Foegele pounced on the rebound in the low slot, giving the Kings an early 1-0 advantage.
As the first period drew to a close, Dallas forward Matt Duchene showcased his offensive prowess, netting a goal from above the left circle through a screen by Mason Marchment at 19:58, leveling the score at 1-1.
The second period saw the Kings reclaim the lead at 8:16, as Kevin Fiala continued his scoring streak by roofing a shot through the legs of Stars defenseman Lian Bichsel from below the right circle. This marked Fiala’s fifth goal in the past three games, underscoring his offensive surge.
However, the Stars responded swiftly. Defenseman Thomas Harley tied the game at 2-2 at 9:29, burying the rebound of Cody Ceci’s one-timer from the point. The back-and-forth battle intensified in the third period. Duchene struck again, recording his second goal of the night and giving Dallas a 3-2 lead. The Kings, undeterred, equalized with a goal from Adrian Kempe, who capitalized on a feed from Anze Kopitar. The Stars took a 4-3 lead until Kopitar tipped in a shot from Kempe to make it 4-4. There were some great scoring chances for both teams late in the 3rd and overtime. Byfield had a chance to win it with a couple seconds left but was stopped by the Dallas goalie Jake Oettinger.
Late in the third, it appeared the Kings had clinched the game in overtime when Fiala found the back of the net. However, the goal was overturned upon review due to goaltender interference, extending the contest to a shootout. In the shootout, both Fiala and Kempe showcased their skills, each scoring to secure the victory for Los Angeles. Goalie David Rittich stood tall, making crucial saves to seal the win.
For the Stars, Duchene’s two-goal performance was complemented by an assist, highlighting his significant contribution to Dallas’s offense. Despite the loss, goalie Oettinger delivered a commendable effort with 33 saves.
The evenly matched contest was a testament to both teams’ resilience and skill, providing fans with an unforgettable display of hockey at its finest. For more details and player statistics, visit the official Los Angeles Kings website. https://www.nhl.com/kings/