Are the Los Angeles Kings ready to take a step forward after losing in the first round of last year's Stanley Cup Playoffs? Eddie Garcia of Locked On Kings joins Gil Martin of Locked On NHL to discuss the Kings' outlook going into their second-straight first round tilt against Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers. What's the biggest storyline for L.A. going into the playoffs? What are the biggest reasons why they will or will not win the Cup? Who are the key players to watch? And what's at stake for the Kings franchise if this isn't a successful post-season run? Gil and Eddie fill you in on everything you need to know about California's only play-off bound team ahead of Monday's Game 1 against the Edmonton Oilers that kicks the post-season off.

Be sure to listen to the full, comprehensive series preview Locked On Crossover episode with Eddie and Brett Holden of Locked On Oilers before puck drop on Monday night!

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