This spring, every step is harder for the Los Angeles Kings

The Kings went 16-4 in magical run to 2012 Stanley Cup. They've already lost four times in 10 playoff games this year. And road could get even bumpier from here out.

Kings get into hot water on Twitter during Sharks game

Kevin Ryder of KROQ's 'Kevin & Bean' morning show fills in as a guest on the Kings' Twitter account, with embarrassing results for the team.

Kings sound alarm after Sharks get even

San Jose dominates early in 2-1 victory. Mike Richards scores the only goal for Kings, but he admits to being embarrassed.

Sharks jump Kings, 2-1, to even playoff series

Mike Richards nets the Kings' lone goal after San Jose grabs an early 2-0 lead. Sharks even series 2-2.

Sharks hope they can finally live up Stanley Cup expectations

San Jose has had all the elements to be a champion for years but has yet to even reach the Stanley Cup final. The Sharks face a pivotal moment in Game 4 against the Kings on Tuesday.

Red Wings beat Blackhawks, 3-1, and grab the lead in Western Conference series

Detroit has a 2-1 edge on top-seeded Chicago after getting goals 31 seconds apart in second period from Gustav Nyquist and Drew Miller.

Los Angeles Kings' last line of defense is shifting in playoffs

Kings enjoyed unusual stability in their defense pairings during last year's Stanley Cup run. This spring they've had to mix and match because of injuries, other factors.

Kings discovering that the road to a repeat is tougher than expected

The Kings lost only one game on the road in the playoffs last season on the way to winning the Stanley Cup. They have already lost three times on the road this postseason. Kyle Clifford could rejoin lineup.

Logan Couture is stepping up in a big way for Sharks

The 24-year-old center has developed into a leader for a San Jose team trying to escape its past playoff failures. He scored the winning goal in overtime in Game 3 against the Kings.

Kings say Jonathan Quick can't let frustration get the best of him

Coach Darryl Sutter understands why the goalie is upset with the contact he's been absorbing in the playoffs but says it can't become a distraction. Quick is not disciplined by league for verbally abusing referees after Game 3.

Senators beat Penguins, 2-1, in double overtime in Game 3

Colin Greening scores the winner for Ottawa, which cuts its deficit in Eastern Conference semifinal series to 2-1. Boston beats the New York Rangers, 5-2, to take 2-0 series lead.

Kings are left crying foul after 2-1 overtime loss to Sharks

L.A. players are irate about crucial penalties that give San Jose a big advantage in the third period in Game 3 of playoff series the Kings lead, 2-1.

NHL fines Sharks $100,000 after general manager's comments

Doug Wilson publicly criticized the league's decision to suspend San Jose forward Raffi Torres for an open-ice hit to the head of Kings center Jarret Stoll.

Red Wings rebound in Game 2 to defeat the Blackhawks, 4-1

Detroit takes control in the second period to bounce back from a Game 1 drubbing and even the Western Conference semifinal series.

Sidney Crosby's hat trick lifts Penguins past Senators in Game 2

The Pittsburgh captain has three goals in a playoff game for the second time in his career. The Penguins win, 4-3, to take a 2-0 Eastern Conference semifinal series lead.

Los Angeles Kings hope Game 2 comeback set tone for series

Scoring twice in final two minutes Thursday gave Kings a 4-3 win over Sharks, a 2-0 series lead and, they hope, something more: An irreversible emotional swing.

Kings tapped into power sources in Game 2 win over San Jose

L.A., which has struggled on the power play, used advantages to score three goals, including two in the final 1:43, to beat the Sharks on Thursday.