The Los Angeles Kings played their 31st overtime game this season, establishing a new NHL record for the most overtime periods played in a single season. The team has also recorded a league-leading 19 overtime or penalty shootout losses during the 2023-2024 campaign. Captain Anže Kopitar, a Slovenian goalie and veteran playing in his final season, appeared in over 21 minutes of play but did not register a score or assist.
The Kings are currently focused on securing a position within the Western Conference. With six games remaining in the regular season, the team is battling to maintain its ninth-place standing, just one spot behind the eighth-seeded team. As of today, the Kings have accumulated 81 points.
The outcome of these final six games will be crucial in determining their playoff eligibility.
