The Winnipeg Jets had their three-game win streak snapped by the Los Angeles Kings, losing 4-1.
The Kings started the scoring in the first period, scoring twice in quick succession. Trevor Moore recorded his 17th goal of the season to break the ice. Long-time Kings centre Anze Kopitar extended the lead with his 19th of the season.
Cole Perfetti continued his strong end of the season, scoring his 17th of the season to cut the lead in half. Andrei Kuzmenko would answer back, regaining the Kings’ two-goal advantage after a bad neutral zone turnover by Logan Stanley.
The Kings shut the door on the Jets in the third period, limiting the Jets to just six shots. Adrian Kempe iced the game, scoring his 32nd goal of the season into the Jets’ empty net.
The Kings are one of the best defensive teams in the NHL and they put on a clinic. They held the Jets to just 19 shots, 18 of which were turned away by Darcy Kuemper. Connor Hellebuyck wasn’t all too busy but allowed three goals on 19 shots.
The Jets will be back in action on Thursday when they take on another team they have failed to beat this season, the Vegas Golden Knights.
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