The LA Kings face off against the Pittsburgh Penguins tonight in their third of nine straight games away from STAPLES Center.
With a victory over the Detroit Red Wings last night, the Kings improved to 1-1-0 during this extended road trip. After a disappointing opening in Buffalo, the Kings rebounded to play one of the their most dominant games of the season.
In the defending Stanley Cup Champion Penguins, the Kings find rival with a familiar history (
as detailed earlier this season
). The success and construction of both teams have made them flagship franchises in the modern NHL and are a template for success for the rest of the league.
PREVIEW: Kings v Pens
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