Erik Gustafsson Thrives with Kings After AHL Stint

Erik Gustafsson has unexpectedly emerged as a key puck-moving defenseman for the Los Angeles Kings, averaging over 20 minutes of ice time per night while pairing with Brandt Clarke. After spending 98 percent of last season in the AHL, Gustafsson has seized his opportunity by running 55 percent of the power play and posting a 60.7 percent expected goals share, serving as the lone bright spot on a struggling blue line.