2013 Stanley Cup Final Game 6 vs Kings
Toews' heroics in LA force a decisive Game 7 and keep the Cup dream alive.
Game 6 of the 2013 Stanley Cup Final stands as one of the most dramatic and defining moments in Chicago Blackhawks franchise history. Played at Staples Center against the Los Angeles Kings, this match marked the culmination of a grueling seven-game series where the Blackhawks overcame a daunting 3-1 deficit to force a decisive Game 7. It was the stage upon which Jonathan Toews delivered one of the most clutch performances in NHL Finals history, securing a spot for Chicago back home at the United Center.
- event
- 2013 Stanley Cup Final - Game 6
- opponent
- Los Angeles Kings
- venue
- Staples Center, Los Angeles
- date
- June 24, 2013
- score
- Chicago Blackhawks 5, Los Angeles Kings 2
- series_status
- Tied 3-3 (Forced Game 7)
- key_figure
- Jonathan Toews
Lore & Background
The victory sent shockwaves through Chicago, turning the city into a sea of red and black overnight. It was more than just a win; it was a statement that the Blackhawks refused to bow out in Los Angeles. The momentum generated from this game carried them back to the United Center for Game 7, where they would eventually capture their third Stanley Cup in the modern era.
In Their Own Story
The ice at Staples Center felt like a battlefield under the bright lights of Southern California. As the clock wound down in the second period, Jonathan Toews skated with a singular focus, his eyes locked on the net. The crowd roared, but he heard only the rhythm of his own heartbeat and the slap of his stick against the puck. With a deke that froze the defense, he fired a shot that sliced through the air, finding the back of the net. In that moment, the impossible became possible; the Blackhawks were alive.
Reader's Guide
The occasion was a make-or-break scenario for the Chicago Blackhawks in Los Angeles. Trailing the series 3-1, they had clawed their way back to force a Game 7 with an overtime win in Game 5. Game 6 required them to win on the road again to avoid elimination. What happened was a masterclass in team hockey and individual brilliance. The Blackhawks took an early lead and never looked back, dominating possession and outshooting the Kings significantly. Jonathan Toews was the catalyst, scoring twice and adding an assist, while Patrick Kane and Brent Seabrook also found the net. The defense held firm against a potent Kings attack, limiting their chances despite home-ice advantage. It is remembered as the turning point where the momentum fully shifted to Chicago. Before this game, the Kings were favored; after it, the Blackhawks believed they were destined for glory. It showcased the resilience of the 'Core Four' and set the stage for the historic Game 7 victory that brought the Cup back to the Windy City.
Did You Know?
- Jonathan Toews scored two goals in this game, extending his point streak in the Finals to a record-tying eight games.
- This was the first time since 1961 that the Blackhawks forced a Game 7 on the road in the Stanley Cup Final.
- Patrick Kane's goal in this game was his 5th of the series, highlighting his offensive dominance despite being held scoreless in Game 4.
- The win marked the first time Chicago had ever come back from a 3-1 deficit to win a best-of-seven series since 1982.
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