Mike Richards & Kings Take Commanding Lead

Dustin Brown helped power the Los Angeles Kings past the Vancouver Canucks in the first round. Now, it's Mike Richards' turn.

Richards had the Gordie Howe Hat Trick last night. He took on Jamie Langenbrunner in the first period, getting the upper hand in the tussle.

His goal in the second period turned out to be the game winner, and with a 4-2 win, the Kings now lead the series against the St. Louis Blues 3-0. Richards has five points in the series so far.

In the east

The New Jersey Devils took a 2-1 series lead after an OT win. It was the second game to go into OT. Alexei Ponikarovsky had the game-winner (anyone call that one?).