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The LA Kings will not be going to the postseason, but they had a chance to play spoiler for the Coyotes. Here were three takeaways from Monday’s game.
Despite a disappointing ending to their four-game series against the Ducks, the LA Kings had a chance to play playoff spoiler for the Coyotes, who entered the night three points back of the St. Louis Blues for the fourth and final playoff spot in the West Division.
Entering this series, a few items to monitor included how the Kings would respond following the Ducks series, if they could continue to receive offensive production from the blue line, and if the powerplay could contribute.