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Flames Edge Kings 3-2 in Shootout, Extend Winning Streak

3/25/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Calgary Flames defeated the Los Angeles Kings 3-2 in a March 24 shootout, extending their streak to four games.
Quinton Byfield scored both goals for the Kings.
Olli Maatta and Zayne Parekh scored for the Flames.
Yegor Sharangovich scored the decisive shootout goal, slipping the puck through Darcy Kuemper's legs.
The Kings now trail the Nashville Predators by three points for the final wild-card spot in the Western Conference.

History

Historical Context

The NHL's expansion in 1967 from six to twelve teams, including the Los Angeles Kings, transformed the league's competitive landscape. This pivotal change set the stage for future expansions, such as the 1970 and 1972 drafts, and continues to influence team strategies and rivalries, exemplified by the Calgary Flames' recent victory over the Kings as they compete for playoff positions.

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Story summary

The Calgary Flames defeated the Los Angeles Kings 3-2 in a March 24 shootout, extending their streak to four games.
Quinton Byfield scored both goals for the Kings.
Olli Maatta and Zayne Parekh scored for the Flames.
Yegor Sharangovich scored the decisive shootout goal, slipping the puck through Darcy Kuemper's legs.
The Kings now trail the Nashville Predators by three points for the final wild-card spot in the Western Conference.

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