Los Angeles Kings vs. San Jose Sharks Game 1 NHL Western Conference Playoffs in Los Angeles

San Jose Sharks goalie Antti Niemi (31) covers up the puck as Los Angeles Kings center Jeff Carter (77) looks for a rebound with Sharks center Bracken Kearns and center Tommy Wingels (57) defending during the first period of Game 1 of the Western Conference Playoffs at Staples Center in Los Angeles on May 14, 2013. UPI/Alex Gallardo