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Golden Knights Edge Kings 3-2 in Overtime Thriller

1/17/2026

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Summary

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The Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Los Angeles Kings 3-2 in overtime on January 14 at Crypto.com Arena, giving Vegas a fifth straight win.
Braeden Bowman scored for Vegas early in the second after a scoreless first.
Kevin Fiala equalized for the Kings in the third.
Brandt Clarke tied the game late to force overtime.
Mark Stone scored the overtime winner 25 seconds into the extra period.

History

Historical Context

The NHL expanded to 31 teams in 2017 with the introduction of the Vegas Golden Knights, following a 17-year hiatus since the last expansion. The team, led by key players like Marc-Andre Fleury, quickly became competitive, reaching the Stanley Cup Finals in 2018. This expansion not only increased fan engagement but also set a precedent for future NHL growth, including the Seattle Kraken's addition in 2021.

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Story summary

The Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Los Angeles Kings 3-2 in overtime on January 14 at Crypto.com Arena, giving Vegas a fifth straight win.
Braeden Bowman scored for Vegas early in the second after a scoreless first.
Kevin Fiala equalized for the Kings in the third.
Brandt Clarke tied the game late to force overtime.
Mark Stone scored the overtime winner 25 seconds into the extra period.

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