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Did Vegas Golden Knights' Third Period Surge Overwhelm the Los Angeles Kings?

First Period


The Vegas Golden Knights faced off against the Los Angeles Kings at Crypto.com Arena, with both teams eager to improve their standings. The Knights entered the game with a 28-16 record, while the Kings stood at 23-20. The first period saw both teams finding their rhythm, but it was the Golden Knights who struck first. Pavel Dorofeyev opened the scoring for Vegas, setting an early tone for his team.


Feb 25, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Kings goaltender Anton Forsberg (31) defends the goal against the Vegas Golden Knights during the first period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Second Period


As play resumed in the second period, neither team managed to find the back of the net despite several opportunities. The Kings tightened their defense and matched Vegas in intensity, but both goaltenders were up to task. Adin Hill of Vegas made crucial saves to maintain his team's slim lead.


Third Period


The third period was where things truly heated up for both sides. The Golden Knights unleashed a flurry of goals, netting five times and showcasing their offensive prowess. Colton Sissons contributed significantly with a goal and an assist during this explosive stretch. Meanwhile, Quinton Byfield tried to rally his team by scoring twice for L.A., but it wasn't enough to counteract Vegas's onslaught.


Feb 25, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Kings left wing Andrei Kuzmenko (96) moves in for a shot against the Vegas Golden Knights during the second period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Post-Game Analysis


In this high-scoring affair that ended 6-4 in favor of Vegas, key performances from players like Dorofeyev and Sissons were instrumental in securing victory for the visitors. Despite being outshot by L.A., who had a higher faceoff win percentage at 54 percent compared to Vegas's 46 percent, it was ultimately about capitalizing on opportunities that made all difference.


For fans looking forward to more action-packed games from their favorite team: mark your calendars! Next up is another exciting matchup as they take on Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena scheduled February 27th - tune into NHL Network or MNMT TV channels starting around evening hours (7 PM EST) so you don't miss any thrilling moments unfold live right before your eyes!


Feb 25, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Kings center Alex Turcotte (15) moves in for a shot against the Vegas Golden Knights during the second period at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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