BlogNation: Despite three late goals, Kings fall to Predators

Los Angeles Kings center Patrick O'Sullivan skates to the bench as Nashville Predators players celebrate their 5-4 win in an NHL hockey game in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, Oct. 25, 2008. • AP:  Predators beat Kings 5-4

• LA Times: Kings' penalty-killing unit no longer leaves them short-handed

• Canadian Press: Predators win see-saw battle with Kings

• The Tennessean: Predators beat Kings, 5-4

It’s often said that a two-goal advantage is the worst lead to have in hockey. But don’t try to convince the Predators of that. Three-goal leads have proven plenty scary in their own right.

• The Royal Half: Stupid Saturday

Tonight was the NHL's SUPER SATURDAY, as all 30 teams were in action for just the 3rd time in NHL History. Across the country, hockey fans were excited to experience a chance to watch every single NHL team on television... well every single team except two. The Los Angeles Kings vs the Nashville Predators. The ONLY game not televised... on a night EVERYONE is playing.

• Frozen Royalty: Bad First Period Costs Kings in Nashville

• LetsGoKings: Back to Reality Folks - But Hope is Still There

CBGB: For the 4th time in 5 games, the Kings had to come from behind. This time, their rather lackluster power play cost them a game against a fragile team that had blown a 3-0 lead their LAST game.

Did they have the "killer instinct" when they scored 2 in the 2nd AND had a 4 minute power play late and early in the 3rd and didn't capitalize? Nope. But a year from now, they capitalize.

• LATimes.com: Fabulous Forum: How about a Kings 'All U Can Win' night?

The Kings are promoting an "All U Can Eat" value package for Monday's game at Staples Center. The $27 deal includes a ticket and unlimited hot dogs, sodas, nachos, peanuts and popcorn. Note that adult beverages are NOT included.

The last few seasons, watching the Kings was often hazardous to your health. Now, if you get sick, you can blame it on too many nachos.

• The Bleacher Report: Los Angeles Kings' Goalie Rotation Needs Rotating
Given the organizations' best netminders are still in the minors as to not be overly abused by a young defense, LaBarbara and Ersberg are in the position of minding the store until Bernier and Quick are ready for prime time action.

POWER RANKINGS

• ESPN: Up to 21, on strength of PK.

• Yahoo: Jump three spots to 26.

• TSN Fantasy: Huge jump to 18.
 

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