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Kings welcome back viral harmonica group for game 2

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The LA Kings reintroduced a team favorite for their second playoff game against the Edmonton Oilers. A harmonica band from the Koreatown Senior and Community Center carried out the U.S. National Anthem from the ice surface. Game 1 marked their debut performance which turned into an immediate viral sensation and won hearts from fans and media outlets.






A Tradition Begins in Playoff Season










The group established themselves as symbols of both unity and community spirit right after their sensational public debut. During the Stanley Cup playoff matches music went beyond soundwaves because it elevated emotions throughout the high-pressure competition. The audience members at the arena collectively sang with the harmonica tune to generate what became an unexpected feeling of collective team spirit.






Cultural Pride and Team Spirit Combine





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When they appeared for the first time the seniors adopted Korean traditional hanbok costumes to present national pride through cultural heritage. During Game 2 the performers came back wearing LA Kings jerseys to unite their identity with the team’s athletic spirit. The seniors brought two worlds together during the NHL matches by combining traditional heritage with the swift tempo of professional hockey.







Harmony on Ice: Seniors Strike a Chord with Fans






The Koreatown seniors' harmonica group stole hearts again at Game 2, blending cultural pride and team spirit in a viral anthem performance. Dressed in LA Kings jerseys, they united fans with music and emotion, sparking a new playoff tradition that’s as unforgettable as the games themselves.




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Fans Rally Behind New Playoff Tradition






Social media lit up once again as clips of the second performance circulated. Fans expressed overwhelming support, calling for the group to return for every home playoff game. Their heartfelt rendition resonated with thousands, turning the harmonica players into local legends overnight.

Their future appearances have yet to be confirmed, but one thing is certain; the harmonica class has left a mark on this playoff season. Whether they return or not, their performances have already become one of the most unforgettable parts of the Kings' playoff journey.
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