"This was a make-or-break point in the season that featured two back-to-backs in the span of six days, and they were able to collect seven of a possible 10 points going 3-1-1, knocking off both the Columbus Blue Jackets and Boston Bruins (two teams vying for a playoff spot in the East), as well as the New York Rangers who were 6-2-2 in their previous 10 games."
"Before embarking on their five-game road trip, the Kings sat three points out of the final wild card spot in the West, indicating the importance of picking up points throughout the trip. Fast forward to today, and they sit tied with the Seattle Kraken for the second wild card spot with 71 points apiece and just four points back of the Edmonton Oilers for third place in the Pacific Division, with a game in hand."
The Los Angeles Kings maintained their playoff contention through a successful five-game road trip, collecting seven of ten possible points with a 3-1-1 record. The trip included two back-to-back games and victories against playoff-contending teams Columbus Blue Jackets, Boston Bruins, and New York Rangers. Prior to the trip, the Kings trailed the final wild card spot by three points. Following their performance, they now sit tied with Seattle Kraken for the second wild card spot at 71 points and trail Edmonton Oilers by four points for third place in the Pacific Division with a game in hand. Extended road trips have consistently produced strong results for the Kings this season under coach D.J. Smith's new team identity.
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