The Los Angeles Kings' promising season ended in disappointment after a first-round playoff exit against the Edmonton Oilers, marking the team’s 11th consecutive season without a playoff series win. Despite tying franchise records for wins and points, the Kings fell short, losing the series 4-2. The Kings dominated early games at home but faltered in critical moments, such as Game 3 and Game 4, where they relinquished leads that could have shifted the series' outcome.

The Kings had high hopes this postseason, especially after acquiring Andrei Kuzmenko at the trade deadline, leading to a strong finish in regular season play. However, missed opportunities and a struggle on defense during critical periods proved costly. Team captain Anze Kopitar expressed frustration over the outcome, emphasizing the pain of coming up short despite the team's talent and potential to succeed in the playoffs.