Kopitar's Pair of Quick Goals Lead Kings to 5-0 Shutout Win Against Blackhawks

Friday, March 15th, 2024

Anze Kopitar's early two-goal performance was instrumental in the Los Angeles Kings' 5-0 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks. Pierre-Luc Dubois, Alex Laferriere, and Jordan Spence each played a crucial role by scoring a goal and providing an assist.

Kopitar's impressive scoring was facilitated by Quinton Byfield's assists, marking Kopitar's achievement of scoring 20 or more goals in a season for the 13th time. Adrian Kempe also made significant contributions with two assists, helping to extend the Kings' winning streak over Chicago to eight consecutive games.

In goal, Cam Talbot completed the game without letting any goals past, securing a shutout for Los Angeles. After the Blackhawks opted to switch goalies early in the match, with Arvid Soderblom giving way to Petr Mrazek, Mrazek ended up facing 22 shots. Talbot, on the other hand, blocked all 28 shots he faced.

The Blackhawks, despite breaking a losing streak with two consecutive wins, suffered their 10th shutout of the season. This game marked Dubois's 500th, saw Spence's first goal after 55 games, and featured the professional debut of Blackhawks prospect Landon Slaggert.

The Kings established a quick dominance by scoring three goals within the first five minutes of the opening period. Dubois capitalized on a power play, Laferriere redirected a shot into the net, and Kopitar's first goal followed a setup by Byfield.

Another goal by Kopitar, again on an assist from Byfield, and Spence’s later goal solidified the Kings' win. A notable second-period save from Talbot against Jason Dickinson was key in preserving Los Angeles's shutout victory.

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