2013 Western Conference Finals vs Los Angeles Kings
Los Angeles Kings: Two-time Stanley Cup champions (2012, 2014).
The Los Angeles Kings are a professional ice hockey team based in Los Angeles. They compete in the National Hockey League (NHL) as a member of the Pacific Division in the Western Conference.
Quick Facts
- Series result
- Kings win 4-2
- Year
- 2013
- Opponent
- Los Angeles Kings
- Key goalie (blues)
- Brian Elliott
- Outcome
- Eliminated in First Round
- Stage
- Western Conference Quarterfinals
Lore & Background
The Kings were founded on June 5, 1967, after Jack Kent Cooke was awarded an NHL expansion franchise for Los Angeles on February 9, 1966. They played their first season at the Long Beach Arena before moving to the Forum, their home from 1967 to 1999. Since the 1999–2000 season, they have played at Crypto.com Arena. The team won Stanley Cups in 2012 and 2014.
Reader's Guide
The Kings' 2013 playoff series against the St. Louis Blues was the Western Conference Quarterfinals (first round), not the Semifinals or Finals. The Kings were not the eventual 2013 Stanley Cup champions; the Chicago Blackhawks won the Cup in 2013.
Did You Know?
- The Kings' original colors were purple (Forum Blue) and gold, chosen by owner Jack Kent Cooke to evoke royalty.
- The Miracle on Manchester was a 1982 playoff game where the Kings erased a 5–0 deficit to upset the Edmonton Oilers.
- Wayne Gretzky played for the Kings after being traded from the Oilers in 1988.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final result of the 2013 Western Conference Finals?
The Los Angeles Kings defeated the St. Louis Blues four games to two, advancing to win the Stanley Cup while eliminating the Blues from contention.
Who was the standout goaltender for St. Louis during this series?
Jaroslav Halak delivered elite performances between the pipes, serving as a crucial anchor for the Blues throughout their historic playoff resurgence.
How did the 2013 Western Conference Finals conclude for the Blues?
The series ended in heartbreak with an overtime loss that eliminated St. Louis, yet it revitalized fan passion and established a competitive identity for future seasons.
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