Kuemper stopped 17 of 18 shots in Thursday's 3-1 win over the Blackhawks. Kuemper has been playing at a high level in recent weeks, and it wouldn't be a stretch to say he's been the best goaltender in ...

Kuemper will be between the road pipes against Chicago on Thursday, Zach Dooley of the Kings ' official site reports.

Goalie Darcy Kuemper has been named NHL 1st Star of the Week for his outstanding play during the week of March 10-16.