Kings’ late rally falls short against Avalanche

Kings right wing Alex Iafallo, left, controls the puck as Colorado Avalanche left wing Matt Calvert chases during the first period on Tuesday at Staples Center.For the first time in four years, the Kings are winless three games into the season. Their latest defeat was their first in regulation, a 3-2 loss to the Colorado Avalanche at Staples Center on Tuesday night.

Here are five takeaways from the team’s third game of the season:

Another slow start

The Kings have surrendered the first goal in all three of their games, and Tuesday was the second straight game they struggled to find their legs in the opening minutes. The Avalanche dominated possession on each of the night’s first four shifts,…