In the past two Stanley Cup playoff games, half a second has meant the difference between victory and defeat for the Vancouver Canucks.

That was how coach Alain Vigneault analysed a penalty-killing unit that the Los Angeles Kings shredded for seven goals in 12 opportunities — including three goals on three power plays during the Kings’ 5-3 victory Monday night.

Los Angeles leads the Canucks in the best-of-seven series, 2-1, heading into Wednesday night’s fourth game.

“For whatever reason, we’re half a second behind,” Vigneault said. “That half a second is opening up lanes. They’re getting shots from the point that are either getting tipped or finding the back of our net.”
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