Joe Thornton scores 1st shootout goal since 2007 to lead Sharks past Kings 3-2

San Jose Sharks goalie Antti Niemi, of Finland, deflects a shot on goal bythe Los Angeles Kings during the second period of an NHL hockey game on Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2013, in San Jose, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) (The Associated Press)

San Jose Sharks' Joe Thornton (19) celebrates his goal with teammates during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2013, in San Jose, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez) (The Associated Press)

Joe Thornton scored his first shootout goal since 2007 in the eighth round and the San Jose Sharks beat the Los Angeles Kings 3-2 Wednesday night to extend the home-team dominance in this California rivalry.

Thornton and Joe Pavelski scored in regulation for the Sharks, who have won nine straight at home against the Kings including the postseason. In all, the home team has won the last 14 matchups, including all seven in last spring's playoff series won by Los Angeles.

Jeff Carter and Drew Doughty scored for the Kings, who tied a franchise record by earning a point in their 11th straight game. They also did that in 1973-74 and 2010-11.

Ben Scrivens made 38 saves.

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