From their humble beginning as one of the NHL’s Second Six expansion teams in 1967, through winning two Stanley Cups in three years and becoming a league powerhouse in 2012-14, the LA Kings have experienced a rich hockey history over the past 50-plus years. Below are some key franchise moments that occurred on this date.
On April 3, 1994, Luc Robitaille became the first player in @LAKings' history to record eight consecutive 40-goal seasons. Wayne Gretzky and Mike Donnelly each recorded three assists, and Robb Stauber made 35 saves in a 6-1 win against the Edmonton Oilers.#LAKings #GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/REKgSwo4vX
— The Kingstorian (@Kingstorian) April 3, 2021
On April 3, 1995, the @LAKings retired #18 in honor of Dave Taylor. Taylor was the first player in #LAKings' history to appear in 1,000 games and remains the highest scoring right winger in franchise history with 431 goals, 638 assists, and 1,069 points.#GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/iod8otR7Ud
— The Kingstorian (@Kingstorian) April 3, 2021
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