# Capitals lose 5-2 to Kings

> Kings rally from early deficit to beat Capitals 5-2.
- Title: Capitals lose 5-2 to Kings · The Banner | Shortify
- Summary: Kings rally from early deficit to beat Capitals 5-2. Los Angeles Kings scored twice in the third period to overcome a 2-0 deficit and win 5-2 against…
- Keywords: los angeles kings, washington capitals, nfl, nhl, adrian kempe, artem panarin, scott laughton, darcy kuemper, cole hutson, news, local, Capitals
- Source: The Banner — https://thebanner.com/sports/capitals-nhl/capitals-lose-kings-5-2-NKCOB4KEGRCDTJQ757LLCWXFXM
- Author: Associated Press
- Published: 2026-10-21T01:59:35.026+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: los angeles kings, washington capitals, nfl, nhl, adrian kempe, artem panarin, scott laughton, darcy kuemper, cole hutson, news, local
## Kings rally from early deficit
Los Angeles Kings scored twice in the third period to overcome a 2-0 deficit and win 5-2 against Washington Capitals.
## Capitals' early lead collapses
Washington Capitals took a 2-0 lead in the first period but were held scoreless for the final 41 minutes and 25 seconds.
## Kings' key scorers
Adrian Kempe scored twice, Artemi Panarin and Scott Laughton added goals for Los Angeles, who won their first game of the season.
## Key takeaway

Los Angeles Kings scored twice in the third period to overcome a 2-0 deficit and win 5-2 against Washington Capitals.