What's Happening?
The Nashville Predators secured a 5-4 victory over the Los Angeles Kings in a shootout on October 26, 2025. The game, held in Nashville, saw Ozzy Wiesblatt score the decisive goal in the ninth round of the shootout, marking his first career shootout goal.
Ryan O'Reilly contributed significantly to the Predators' win with two goals and an assist, while Filip Forsberg and Cole Smith also added to the scoreline. Juuse Saros, the Predators' goaltender, made 36 saves during regulation and overtime. For the Kings, Joel Armia, Adrian Kempe, Corey Perry, and Trevor Moore each scored, with Darcy Kuemper making 21 saves. The Kings have now gone beyond regulation in four consecutive games and six out of nine this season.
Why It's Important?
This victory for the Nashville Predators highlights their resilience and ability to perform under pressure, particularly in shootouts. The win also underscores the Predators' strong start to the season, as they continue to build momentum. For the Los Angeles Kings, the game reflects their ongoing challenge in closing out games within regulation time, which could impact their standings if the trend continues. The Kings' ability to push games into overtime demonstrates their competitiveness, but their inability to secure wins in these situations could be a concern for their playoff aspirations.
What's Next?
Following this game, the Los Angeles Kings are set to face the Chicago Blackhawks, while the Nashville Predators will host the Dallas Stars. Both teams will be looking to capitalize on their recent performances to improve their standings in their respective divisions. The Kings will aim to break their overtime streak and secure a regulation win, while the Predators will seek to extend their winning streak.
