LOS ANGELES — In a thrilling match on Wednesday night, Andre Lee marked his maiden NHL goal, while goalie Darcy Kuemper achieved his second shutout of the season as the Los Angeles Kings triumphed over the New Jersey Devils with a score of 3-0. This victory also signifies the Kings’ third consecutive win.

Quinton Byfield contributed a goal to the Kings’ tally, and Adrian Kempe sealed the game with an empty-net goal just 4:25 before the final buzzer. Kuemper was exceptional in the net, making 32 saves, thereby earning his 33rd career shutout.

Byfield, who has demonstrated impressive form with three goals and five points over the last three games, extended the Kings’ lead to 2-0 at 11:01 during the third period. He emerged from the penalty box and launched a precise wrist shot beyond the reach of goaltender Jake Allen.

Lee initiated the scoring 6:23 into the second period, displaying remarkable skill as he maneuvered under a high puck sent down the ice by Jordan Spence. He successfully sliced between two Devils defensemen before finding the back of the net against Allen. At 24 years old, Lee, a Swedish forward drafted in the seventh round in 2019, celebrated his first goal after 19 games, following his NHL debut in the Kings’ season opener on October 10.

For the Devils, Jake Allen registered 21 saves but could not prevent the shutout.

**Game Observations**

The Devils are currently midway through a challenging six-game road trip and have experienced their first three consecutive regulation losses of the season. After dropping from the top spot in the Eastern Conference, they found themselves shut out for the sixth time this season.

Conversely, the Kings have now extended their home win streak to an impressive eight games. With a record of 13-2-1 at the Crypto.com Arena this season, Los Angeles has achieved the highest winning percentage in the league at .844.

**Crucial Moment**

In a pivotal point in the second period, Timo Meier seemed to equalize for New Jersey, but his goal was disallowed following the Kings’ successful challenge for goaltender interference against Stefan Noesen, who had been positioned in Kuemper’s crease right before the goal was scored.

**Noteworthy Statistic**

An interesting statistic from the game is that Anze Kopitar received his first penalty of the season during the first period at 12:01. The seasoned player, previously awarded the Lady Byng Trophy in 2016 and 2023, was assessed a two-minute minor for holding Luke Hughes.

**Looking Ahead**

The Devils will continue their road trip as they face off against the San Jose Sharks on Saturday, while the Kings will prepare to host the Tampa Bay Lightning.