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.
Happy birthday to original @LAKings forward Eddie "The Jet" Joyal, who was born on May 8, 1940.#LAKings #GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/99YBCUfolR
— The Kingstorian (@Kingstorian) May 8, 2021
On May 8, 2013, the @LAKings scored eight minutes into overtime for a 3-2 win over the St. Louis Blues in Game 5 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals. Jeff Carter scored two goals, and Jonathan Quick made 34 saves to give the #LAKings a 3-2 series lead.#GoKingsGo pic.twitter.com/6rmsD4qe4D
— The Kingstorian (@Kingstorian) May 8, 2021
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