Other notes
Thomas Hickey, the Kings' 2007 first-round pick, did not get in the game. Crawford said Hickey would remain on the team for Tuesday's game against San Jose and that he hoped to get him some minutes then, though it might not happen.
Michael Cammalleri led the team with seven shots, netting one. Preissing had four shots coming up from defense.
Jonathan Bernier stopped 16 of 17 shots at goalie. Jason LaBarbera stopped 11 of 13.
The Kings were one-for-nine on power plays, also allowing a short-handed goal.
Blake played 23:04 in his second game in three days.

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Great job Matt!
Great job, Matt!!
Thanks for the fine job in covering the Kings tonight Matt.
Rich who?
Hehe
You guys think Bernier is ready for the NHL?
Bernier sure made everything look easy last night. He had absolutely no chance on Getzlaf's goal. He was badly screened. As good as he was, as Crawford said, it was just one game. And because Bernier still has junior eligibility left, it may be in their best interests to send him back there for another year...he's only 19.
I thought both goalies looked pretty solid last night. Although I was hoping for Lab's to shut them down during his ice time
well rob... lol he didnt take long to disapoint you :D
Labs is the man! GO LABBY!