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The Los Angeles Kings held the Edmonton Oilers in their first Stanley Cup playoff game on Monday, with pre-game performances becoming the topic of conversation.
Members of the Korean Town Senior & Community Centre performed “Star Spangled Banner” before a pack drop at crypto.com arena. The group used harmonica instead of singing the American national anthem.
The majority of the crowd attended appeared to approve the production as thousands of people stood to praise the performers.
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The Los Angeles Kings players playoffs against the Edmonton Oilers on April 21, 2025, before the national anthem before match one of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup. (Juan Ocampo/NHLI via Getty Images)
However, some observers expressed discomfort on social media.
“Anyone who thinks this is a good idea should probably have a job,” X-user wrote.
American Hockey Star Zach Welensky responds to the national anthem
“On Tarnation,” another social media account said.
La Kings Fans will wave the Rally Rally Towel after the first-term goal of the first-term goal of the 2025 Stanley Cup playoffs, which took place at crypto.com arena in Los Angeles on April 21, 2025. (Kirby Lee/Imagn Images)
Once the game began, it was a fierce battle contest.
The Oilers tied the game late in the third season, but the Kings celebrated their 6-5 victory in Game 1. Los Angeles also won Game 2.
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The third game in the series is scheduled for Friday.
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