61.   Since returning, the Kings have had a light homestand, which continues Thursday against the Dallas Stars at Staples Center.

62.   Six weeks into the season, the Kings have five victories and the worst record in the Western Conference.

63.   So the king had no choice but to declare his full support for his prime minister.

64.   So the Kings have nothing to complain about?

65.   That grit also extends to the locker room, where Miller has not been shy about sharing his opinion that the Kings have the talent to make the playoffs.

66.   That sounds good, but the Kings have a dreadful draft history.

67.   The game showed that the Kings still have work to do before the playoffs.

68.   The king had an early flight in the morning.

69.   The Kings have a chance to clinch a spot again tonight if Edmonton ties or loses to visiting Phoenix.

70.   The Kings have a dozen youngsters making their first postseason appearance.