Kings seek fifth straight win against Predators

The Los Angeles Kings are on a five-game winning streak and will begin a two-game road trip starting with the Minnesota Wild on Monday. Coach Jim Hiller expressed the need for energy against the Wild, who have been struggling due to injuries to key players, including Kirill Kaprizov. Quinton Byfield has been a standout player for the Kings, extending his goal streak to six games, including key overtime winners. Despite a lackluster performance against the Nashville Predators, the Kings managed to secure a win, emphasizing their focus on maintaining momentum as they aim for a strong playoff position. With the Kings looking to solidify their home-ice advantage, both Hiller and goalie Darcy Kuemper highlighted the importance of consistency in their gameplay heading into the final stretch of the season.