Kings Edge Islanders in Overtime Thriller
Artemi Panarin was the decisive factor for the visiting Los Angeles Kings, scoring twice to secure a 3-2 overtime victory over the New York Islanders. The game concluded at UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y., before a crowd of 14,397 on Thursday, October 22, 2026. This win extends the Kings' recent momentum, while the Islanders drop to a 5-3-2 record.
The Kings improve to 2-4-2 with six points, while the Islanders hold 12 points.
Panarin Sets the Tone Early
The visiting team struck first in the opening period when Panarin converted a wrist shot into the net, assisted by Alex Laferriere and Brandt Clarke. That goal put the Kings up 1-0. Panarin added to his tally shortly thereafter with a snap shot, extending the lead to 2-0.
These two goals gave Los Angeles a two-goal cushion entering the intermission, showcasing their offensive efficiency in the first 20 minutes of play.
Islanders Rally in Second and Third Periods
The home team responded in the second period when Victor Eklund scored on a slap shot, assisted by Tony DeAngelo and Emil Heineman. This goal cut the Kings' lead to 2-1. In the third period, Matthew Schaefer tied the game at 2-2 with a wrist shot, assisted by Logan Stanley and Brayden Schenn.
The tying goal sent the contest to overtime, erasing the Kings' early advantage and forcing a decisive extra period.
Clarke Delivers the Winner in Overtime
Brandt Clarke provided the final blow in overtime, scoring on a snap shot to give the Kings the 3-2 win. His goal was assisted by Adrian Kempe and Darcy Kuemper. The victory marked a significant defensive and offensive effort for Los Angeles, who managed to convert their early lead into a win despite the Islanders' late surge.
The Islanders' top performers included Victor Eklund with one goal, Emil Heineman with one assist, and Matthew Schaefer with one point. For the Kings, Panarin finished with two goals and two points, while Clarke contributed one assist and one point. The result stands as a testament to the Kings' ability to close out tight games on the road.
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