Erik Portillo made his NHL debut with the Los Angeles Kings, achieving a victory against the Anaheim Ducks while making 28 saves. He played a crucial role in the game, helping secure the win in a tightly contested matchup. Portillo is serving as a backup while Darcy Kuemper is injured, highlighting his importance to the team's depth in goal.

Erik Portillo made a strong impression in his NHL debut, stopping 28 shots to secure the victory for the Kings. At 24 years old, he is currently serving as David Rittich's backup while Darcy Kuemper is injured. Portillo, a third-round pick in 2019 by Buffalo, was traded to Los Angeles last year. Despite some rebound challenges, he played a crucial role in the Kings' win.