Oilers, Kings Clash in Fourth Straight NHL Playoff Showdown

The Calgary Flames are in a tight race for the final wild card spot in the Western Conference, currently trailing the St. Louis Blues and Minnesota Wild by two and three points, respectively, with two games remaining in their season. Their recent 5-2 victory over the San Jose Sharks has kept their playoff hopes alive, and the team is focused on making the postseason. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Kings and Edmonton Oilers are preparing to face off in the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs for the fourth consecutive season, with the Kings looking to secure home-ice advantage by winning their upcoming game. The Oilers have previously defeated the Kings in each of the last three playoff meetings, and both teams are entering the playoffs with strong performances, including a three-game winning streak for the Oilers. The stakes are high for both matchups, as the Flames aim to clinch a playoff berth while the Kings seek to turn the tide against the Oilers this season.