Jonathan Quick pulled, L.A. Kings pushed around in Game 2 loss

Stalwart Kings goalie Jonathan Quick is benched in second period after yielding four goals in 17 shots, and Chicago rolls to 4-2 win for 2-0 lead in West finals.

Kings are feeling battered as injuries stack up

Defenseman Robyn Regehr takes a puck to the head during warmups but plays. Center Mike Richards, who suffered a big hit in Game 1, ends up not being able to play. And others are shaken up.

Kings lose opener on the road, 2-1

Another slow start dooms Kings against Blackhawks. Justin Williams scores the only goal.

Kings are on very different road than one that led to Stanley Cup

Kings' feeble offensive performance in Game 1 of Western Conference finals in Chicago underscores the dramatic contrast...they are 1-6 on the road in these playoffs after going 10-1 last spring.

Jarret Stoll's return is best part of a bad day

Kings fall to Chicago, 2-1, in Game 1 of Western finals, but center Jarret Stoll plays for first time since suffering a concussion in Game 1 of previous round.

Kings' evolution from losing team to Stanley Cup winner continues

The team has overcome obstacles in its quest to capture a second straight championship title. Next it meets the Chicago Blackhawks.

L.A. Kings quick with praise, motivation for goalie Jonathan Quick

Jonathan Quick carried Kings to 2012 Stanley Cup and is carrying them in 2013 playoffs. But that won't stop Coach Darryl Sutter from trying to light a fire under him.

Kings vs. Blackhawks: Western Conference finals preview

Chicago, the top-seeded team, has the edge up front, but the defending champions have an advantage in size and in goal.

Blackhawks' intense Jonathan Toews presents a challenge for Kings

Jonathan Toews led Chicago to the Stanley Cup in 2010, winning the Conn Smythe Trophy. The Kings hope they can throw the intensely competitive Blackhawks captain off his game.

Kings' goal is same as last season, but route to get there is different

The Kings had to learn what it was like to defend the Stanley Cup and the road hasn't been easy. They've dealt with injuries and haven't dominated like last season. But they're halfway there, with a matchup against Chicago looming.

Kings take a different road to Western Conference finals

During last season's run to the Stanley Cup title, the Kings rode a hot streak into the playoffs. This season, they had to overcome a slow start and variety of injuries to make a deep postseason run.

Just a little rest for the weary, achy Kings

The Kings enjoy one day off before returning to the ice Thursday to prepare to face the Blackhawks. Their series begins with back-to-back games in Chicago on Saturday and Sunday.

Kings-Blackhawks: A first look at Western Conference finals

Chicago took two of three during the regular season from the Kings, with a split at the United Center.

Game, series last and last, but L.A. Kings love the Quick ending

Goalie Jonathan Quick is difference-maker, as usual, as Los Angeles Kings beat San Jose to return to West finals. The road's been harder but result's the same.

It's Justin time as Kings win Game 7

Justin Williams scores both goals as Kings defeat San Jose, 2-1, to reach Western Conference finals.

NHL chief Gary Bettman: 'Hockey is thriving in California'

The commissioner says at Game 7 of Kings-San Jose series that it's 'great to see' teams here do so well with so much support. He goes on to say he has no worries about new chief at AEG.

Experience in a playoff Game 7 is not on Kings' side

Club was never pushed that far in any series last season on its way to winning the Stanley Cup, so it is uncharted territory for virtually everyone on the roster as Kings take on San Jose on Tuesday in decisive matchup.

Kings want to avoid that dreaded feeling of elimination

The Kings play host to the San Jose Sharks in Game 7 on Tuesday, with the winner advancing to the Western Conference finals. The Kings haven't faced an elimination game since 2011.

Los Angeles Kings fall to San Jose, 2-1, forcing a Game 7

The Kings, who won it all last year without going to a Game 7, face winner-take-all second-round showdown after loss that drops them to 1-5 on road in playoffs.

It's all on the line for Kings after Game 6 loss to Sharks

With a chance to close out San Jose, the Kings instead take needless early penalties and now face their first Game 7 since 2002.

Kings' Jarret Stoll says he feels good, has no timetable for return

Stoll, who suffered a concussion on a hit from old friend Raffi Torres in Game 1 of Sharks series, says he hasn't had more headaches or other symptoms, but he hasn't been cleared for contact.

Kings defenseman Slava Voynov likes to go on the offense

Young Russian has four goals in the playoffs, helping L.A. take a 3-2 lead in best-of-seven Western Conference semifinal series with San Jose.

Jeff Carter is playing killer hockey for the Los Angeles Kings

Known mainly as a scorer, Jeff Carter has played a key role on Kings' penalty-kill unit in series against Sharks. They've struggled in games at San Jose, though.

Matt Greene is back and the Kings are more than happy to have him

The veteran defenseman, who has missed most of the season with injuries, has made his presence felt in the last two games against the Sharks. And his contributions aren't limited to just the ice.

Let the gamesmanship begin as Kings, Sharks call each other for diving

It's not uncommon for opponents to accuse each other of faking penalties. San Jose's TJ Galiardi says the Kings' Jonathan Quick flops. Drew Doughty says Galiardi flops. It's all part of the playoffs.