Smyth powers Kings past Stars

Los Angeles Kings left wing Ryan Smyth (94) Dallas Stars defenseman Stephane Robidas (3) and goalie Marty Turco (35) look on as a shot deflects off the top corner of the goal in the second period of an NHL hockey game, Monday, Oct. 19, 2009, in Dallas. THE ASSOCIATED PRESS/Tony Gutierrez DALLAS - The Los Angeles Kings should have been ripe for a lacklustre showing at the close of a long trip. Instead, the Kings responded with one of their most spirited efforts of the season. Ryan Smyth had a power-play goal and two assists, Justin Williams added a goal and an assist, and the Kings ended a three-game losing streak with a 4-1 victory over the Dallas Stars on Monday night. Anze Kopitar and Wayne Simmonds scored, and Jonathan Quick made 29 saves as the Kings wrapped up a six-game trip. Los Angeles coach Terry Murray gave his team... [read full story]                    

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