Kuemper brings Cup-winning pedigree and a durable, stall-wide game in L.A., delivering steady starts and solid save rates. His late-season run reinforced his top-ten status, though league-wide volatility and LA’s defensive structure can impact his wins.

Kuemper is cited as a benchmark in goaltending contexts against Edmonton’s Skinner-Pickard pairing, representing the high-end standard of performance that Oilers will measure themselves against in the playoffs and salary talks.

Darcy Kuemper's success with Colorado illustrates how a talented roster can elevate a goaltender's performance, making teams hesitant to invest heavily in elite goaltending when they believe they can achieve similar results with average talent.

Darcy Kuemper had a promising regular season with a streak of allowing two or fewer goals but faced challenges during the playoffs, as the Kings' defensive lapses led to a high number of goals against in key situations.

Kuemper's performance this season has been pivotal for the Kings, marking a comeback with a record of 31-11-7, alongside a .921 save percentage and 2.02 GAA. He tied his career-high in shutouts, affirming his role as a key player.