In this article, we will formulate a Kings vs Flames betting prediction for this NHL showdown on Saturday, March 30th at the Scotiabank Saddledome. We will take a look at:
-The Los Angeles Kings recent form and recent player performance
-The Calgary Flames recent form and recent player performance
-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between the Kings and Flames.
Flames are Struggling
The Flames are really struggling, and they have lost five games in a row. In the last game against the St. Louis Blues, the Flames scored three goals, but the defense gave up five goals. Andrei Kuzmenko did have a strong game, scoring two goals. The Flames are averaging 3.06 goals, while their defense is giving up 3.02 goals per game. The offense is ranked 17th, while the defense is ranked 21st. Nazem Kadri has scored 23 goals and added 38 assists.
Kings Offense Looks to Bounce Back
The Kings in the last game faced off against the Edmonton Oilers, and the offense only managed one goal. The defense gave up two goals in the third period, and that was the difference as they ended up defeated. The Kings overall are averaging 3.08 goals, while their defense is giving up 2.56 goals per game. The offense is ranked 16th in the league, while the defense is ranked 3rd. Anze Kopitar has scored 24 goals and added 40 assists.
Calgary Flames Team Facts
- The home team has won each of the last six games between the Kings and Flames.
- The Flames have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last five games.
- The Flames have lost the second period in four of their last five games following a road loss.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Flames’ last seven games.
Los Angeles Kings Team Facts
- The Kings have lost four of their last six games as favorites against opponents on a losing streak.
- The Kings have covered the puck line in 12 of their last 13 games against the Flames.
- The Kings have won the second period in each of their last four games as favorites.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in each of the Kings’ last four games as favorites.
Flames vs Kings Betting Prediction
Trusting the Kings at times this season has been tough, but this is a perfect spot to trust them. The Flames defense has been an issue heading into this game and the Kings are going to take advantage. The Kings defense is ranked 3rd in the NHL, and they are going to step up in a big way here. The Flames aren’t going to keep up, and the Kings will get the job done. Back the Kings.