That wasn’t enough to get the Kings into the winner’s circle, but LaVine’s offensive output received a welcome boost. Since the All-Star break, he has been a fourth-round player in eight-cat formats.

In his words, Marner wants to stay with the Leafs. With his actions, though, the opposite could be interpreted. And because ...

"At the end of the day, if we lose 5-1 at home, it's not acceptable," Mats Zuccarello said after Saturday's loss.