Jan 7, 2010; Game 42; Detroit Red Wings Vs. Los Angeles Kings

Game 42, Detroit Red Wings Vs. Los Angeles Kings

Jan. 7^th Jimmy Howard puts the Kings to shame

The Kings don’t expect Jimmy Howard to win the game for the Red Wings as they face off. Dan Cleary gets lucky with a 3^rd rebound goal with .2 seconds remaining on the clock, 1-0 Red Wings. The 2^nd period is scoreless but the Kings lose confidence that Howard saved all 27 shots in the 2^nd, they hope for better luck in the 3^rd. 4:22 into the 3^rd, Ryan Smyth hits the puck out of mid air and into the back of the net, 1-1 tie, it took 52 shots to finally produce a goal. Despite the Kings hard work, the Red Wings get a lucky bounce with 17 seconds remaining, sealing their win 2-1. Kings hope for better luck against the St. Louis Blues.