The Los Angeles Kings continued their winning streak with a dominant 4-0 victory over the Montreal Canadiens, thanks to two goals from Trevor Moore and a shutout performance by Pheonix Copley.
The Kings wasted no time in taking control of the game, with Moore scoring his first goal just 2:14 into the first period. He followed it up with another goal in the second period, giving the Kings a comfortable 2-0 lead.
Copley, who was making his first start of the season, was solid in net for the Kings, stopping all 31 shots from the Canadiens. His performance was crucial in securing the shutout and helping the Kings extend their winning streak to five games.
The Canadiens, on the other hand, struggled to generate any offense against the Kings’ strong defense. They were unable to capitalize on their power play opportunities and were outshot by the Kings 35-31.
The Kings’ dominance continued in the third period, with goals from Anze Kopitar and Alex Iafallo, sealing the 4-0 victory for the team. This win marks the Kings’ fifth straight victory, a remarkable turnaround for a team that had a slow start to the season.
Moore, who was acquired by the Kings in a trade with the Toronto Maple Leafs earlier this month, has been a key player in the team’s recent success. His two goals against the Canadiens bring his total to four goals in just five games with the Kings.
The Kings’ head coach, Todd McLellan, praised Moore’s performance, stating that he has brought a lot of energy and speed to the team’s lineup. He also commended Copley for his shutout, stating that he gave the team a chance to win.
On the other side, the Canadiens’ head coach, Dominique Ducharme, expressed disappointment in his team’s performance, stating that they were not able to match the Kings’ intensity. He also acknowledged Copley’s strong performance, stating that he made some key saves that kept the Canadiens from getting back into the game.
The Canadiens will have a chance to bounce back from this loss as they continue their road trip with a game against the San Jose Sharks on Saturday. Meanwhile, the Kings will look to extend their winning streak as they face the Arizona Coyotes on Sunday.
Overall, it was a dominant performance by the Kings, with Moore and Copley leading the way. The team’s strong defense and timely scoring have been the key to their recent success, and they will look to continue this momentum as they push for a playoff spot in the competitive Western Conference.
