It was just about this time last season when the Los Angeles Kings went on an eight-game winning streak and used it as a springboard to their second Stanley Cup title in three years. The Kings won their eighth in a row Tuesday night, with Jonathan Quick earning his fourth shutout as Justin Williams' early power-play goal stood up for a 1-0 victory over the Detroit Red Wings. Every year is different and every situation is different,'' said Williams, last year's Conn Smythe Trophy winner as playoff MVP. There's a lot of familiar faces, and when push comes to shove, I know the guy sitting next to me is going to get it done.'' The Kings handed the Red Wings their third shutout of the season.
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