One thing about the Kings run last year is it took them 26 of a possible 28 games to win the cup. Their road out of the west was extremely difficult winning on the road in 3 straight series and game 7's.
They have slowed down this year their core is getting a bit older but still not overly that old. Having Richards decline to the point henis no longer with the team stings a bit but the loss of Voynov hurts the most. Also the are 2-12 in OT/SO this year so ofnthey had better luck there they would be comfortably in a playoff spot.
The Flames success in extra time is a huge reason they are in a playoff spot today
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