Adrian Kempe scored the decisive goal in the shootout, leading the Los Angeles Kings to a 3-2 victory over the Nashville Predators, tightening the Western Conference playoff race. Joel Armia and Scott Laughton scored for the Kings, while Steven Stamkos and Roman Josi netted goals for the Predators. Anton Forsberg made 29 saves for the Kings, who have played extra time in seven of their last ten games. The Kings will host the Vancouver Canucks next, while the Predators visit the Anaheim Ducks.
