The Los Angeles Kings brace for a daunting playoff showdown as they draw the Colorado Avalanche, the President’s Trophy winners. Can Quentin Byfield’s hot streak carry LA past the league’s most explosive offense? Eddie Garcia breaks down the Kings’ loss to the Calgary Flames in the season finale and explains why, despite the defeat, their playoff fate was sealed thanks to results from the Oilers and Ducks. Key insights include Anton Forsberg’s performance, persistent power play issues that could haunt the Kings against Colorado’s elite lineup led by Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar. Get schedule details, matchup analysis, and why this series may hinge on whether the Kings can capitalize on high-danger chances—and produce the upset of the postseason. 00:00 Kings' Finale & Playoff Fate Season finale recap, playoff implications, performance vs. Flames, and reaction to not facing Edmonton. 12:07 Player Highlights & Stats Lineup decisions, Anton Forsberg’s performance, Byfield’s goal streak, Kopitar’s milestone, and injury updates. 20:52 Avalanche Matchup Preview Playoff series breakdown, team stats comparison, goaltending analysis, series history, and full schedule rundown. Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: lockedonlakings.supercast.com   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get two-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game.   Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. Rocket MoneyLet Rocket Money help you reach your financial goals faster. Join athttp://RocketMoney.com/LOCKEDON   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.