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Kings' Forsberg and Fiala Freeze Rangers at Crypto.com Arena

The Los Angeles Kings improved their record to 20-16-13 with a victory over the New York Rangers, who now stand at 21-24-6. The game ended with a score of 4-3 in favor of the Kings. This matchup was held at Crypto.com Arena, where the home team showcased their resilience and skill.


Jan 20, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Kings center Alex Turcotte (15) moves the puck against the New York Rangers during the third period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

First Period


The opening period saw both teams come out strong, but it was the L.A. Kings who took an early lead. Kevin Fiala made his presence felt by scoring one of the two goals for his team during this period. His performance set the tone for what would be a competitive game against the Blueshirts.


Second Period


In the second period, Anton Forsberg's goaltending skills were on full display as he made crucial saves to maintain his team's lead. The Kings added two more goals to their tally, thanks to contributions from other key players like Adrian Kempe and Taylor Ward. Meanwhile, despite several attempts by New York's offense, they were unable to penetrate Forsberg’s defense effectively during this segment.


Jan 20, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; New York Rangers goaltender Jonathan Quick (32) defends the goal against the Los Angeles Kings during the second period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Third Period


As tensions rose in the final period, both teams fought hard for control of the puck. The Rangers managed to score once more but could not overcome L.A.'s defensive strategies led by Mikey Anderson and Joel Edmundson. The Los Angeles Kings vs New York Rangers turning point came when Anton Forsberg made a series of impressive saves that thwarted any comeback hopes from New York.


Throughout this encounter, one standout moment was when Kevin Fiala assisted on another goal that ultimately secured victory for his team—a highlight among many in this intense matchup.


Jan 20, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; New York Rangers right wing Taylor Raddysh (14) moves the puck against the Los Angeles Kings during the first period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

The Los Angeles Kings vs New York Rangers highlights included stellar performances from both sides; however, it was clear that L.A.'s strategic playmaking gave them an edge over their opponents.


Following this win at home ice under Coach Todd McLellan’s guidance—who expressed satisfaction in his post-game reaction—the focus now shifts towards their next challenge against St Louis Blues scheduled on January 24th at Enterprise Center starting at 8:00 PM EDT broadcasted via ESPN+, FDSW or KCAL networks respectively depending upon viewer preference!


Fans are encouraged not only watch but also share insights about these exciting games!

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