–The Kings broke a 1-for-19 stretch on the power play when Ryan Smyth scored a second-period power-play goal. The Kings finished the game 1 for 5 on the power play and killed all four Dallas power plays.
–Smyth had one goal and two assists – all in the second period – and now has six goals and seven assists in nine games with the Kings. Smyth has recorded at least one point in eight of nine games this season.
–Justin Williams had one goal and one assist, giving him three goals and six assists for the season.
–Dustin Brown had two assists, giving him five for the season along with two goals.
–Jonathan Quick broke a personal two-game losing streak with a 29-save night.
–Williams and Jarret Stoll tied for the team lead with six shots on goal each.
–Teddy Purcell was credited with a team-high four hits.
–Drew Doughty and Sean O’Donnell, reunited as a defensive pair for most of the game, both recorded plus-2 ratings.
–The Kings won 25 of 46 faceoffs. Anze Kopitar won 10 of 15.
–Jack Johnson led the Kings in ice time, at 25:03. Kopitar led all Kings forwards at 21:41.
Teddy Purcell was credited with a team high 4 hits…Teddy Purcell was credited with a team high 4 hits…let’s try it again, Teddy Purcell was credited with a team high 4 hits. Nope. Still sound weird.
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1 for 45 on the power play! I knew something felt a little funny
You’re a hard worker, Rich, you’ve gotta be exhausted by now! Thanks for your dedication.
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So many power plays, so little game time.
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Smyth is 3rd in the league in scoring.
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And how noticeable were those face off wins, especially on special teams. Great game.
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“Teddy Purcell was credited with a team-high four hits”
That’s great and all, but what happened to Brownie? He used to lead the league in hits, making guys like Burkie hate him….
Where are the bombastic hits Brownie?!?!
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I noticed two things in particular this game that made me smile. First, as mentioned in the post above were the face-offs. Happening in key situations and won cleanly. Second, was Kopi dropping in front of the net twice to block shots, something i don’t think we would have seen last year. The guy wants to win badly and it’s so easy to see.
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Exactly Bobby.
“Teddy Purcell was credited with a team-high four hits.”
If this doesn’t show heart, nothing does. Way to step it up Teddy. If this keeps up, you will solidify your position.
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Is anyone still doubting Justin Williams talent? What a tip!
Is it just me or have about half of our goals this year been tip ins?? You can bet captain Canada is teaching the whole team some stuff in practice.
Hate to say it but Quincey is probably the best defensemen on a 6-1-1 Avalanche team right now…
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1-for-45 on the power play? I know we’re struggling on the PP, but c’mon, we aren’t that bad, right?
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Those were some quiet hits!
I still dont understand why he is on the 2nd line.
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Hey smokie…why did you change your awsome name? Was there pressure from above? trying to be more PC? I hope not, keep it real Bro
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Speaking of the PP, noticed they put JJ with Doughty on the PP towards the end of the period. Other than having no one for D on the 2nd unit, why don’t they do that more often? Besides, if your 1st unit scores, who cares about the 2nd unit.
Just seems silly with Stoll and his bum wrist to be at the point on the PP. Williams seems to do ok, but seems to be more beneficial down low. We have two great offensive defensemen, why not use them together ala Pronger/Neidermeyer?
Just a thought….
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Hey VanKing,
To answer your question, I am.
Watch and see.
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