Shooting stars burn bright and often burn out but they’re a wonder to see. And when you look at Andrei Kuzmenko’s history since coming to the NHL, it is possible his marvelous play for the Los ...

So general manager Rob Blake, after kicking the tires on a number of different trades, responded by adding journeyman winger Andrei Kuzmenko in what, at the time, seemed like an underwhelming move.

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — Andrei Kuzmenko's Stanley Cup playoff debut went superbly, just like the rest of his entire charmed tenure with the Los Angeles Kings. The Russian forward contributed a goal ...

Members of the Los Angeles Kings, right, celebrate a goal by left wing Andrei Kuzmenko as Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner stands in goal during the first period in Game 1 of an NHL ...