In this article we will formulate a Kings vs Red Wings prediction for this NHL game on Thursday, October 30th at crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this NHL matchup.
Los Angeles Kings Betting Preview
The Los Angeles Kings are 5-3-3 this year after they defeated San Jose by a score of 4-3 in their last game. Los Angeles blew a 3-0 lead and they were tied in the third, but they scored with about seven minutes left to get the win. The Kings were out shot by a total of 40-14, won 52.3% of the face-offs, and went 0-1 on the power play in the game. Los Angeles got goals from Malott, Perry, Clarke, and Doughty, while Darcy Kuemper stopped 37 out of 40 shots, which was a .925 save percentage.
Prior to that game, Los Angeles defeated the Blackhawks by a score of 3-1, but did lose to the Predators by a score of 5-4 before that. The Kings have won four of their last five games and they are currently tied for second in the Pacific standings with 13 points. Los Angeles has scored 2.91 goals per game and they have allowed 3.09 goals against per game, while also going 20.7% on the power play and 76.6% on the penalty kill this season. Adrian Kempe has led LA with five goals and nine assists, while Quinton Byfield and Kevin Fiala have added eight points each. The projected starting goalie for Los Angeles is Darcy Kuemper, who is 3-2-2 with a 2.81 goals against average and an .895 save percentage this year.
Detroit Red Wings Betting Preview
The Detroit Red Wings are 7-3-0 this season after they defeated St. Louis by a score of 5-2 in their last game. Detroit trailed 1-0 just 47 seconds into the game, but they scored the next four goals to pull away with the win. The Red Wings were out shot by a total of 22-20, won 60% of the face-offs, and went 1-2 on the power play in the game. Detroit got goals from DeBrincat, Larkin (2), Soderblom, and Chiarot, while John Gibson stopped 20 out of 22 shots, which was a .909 save percentage.
Prior to that game, Detroit defeated the Blues once again by a score of 6-4, but did lose to the Islanders by a score of 7-2 before that. The Red Wings have won seven of their last nine games and they are currently second in the Atlantic standings with 14 points. Detroit has scored 3.50 goals per game and they have allowed 3.10 goals against per game, while also going 23.3% on the power play and 85.2% on the penalty kill this season. Dylan Larkin has led Detroit with eight goals and eight assists, while Alex DeBrincat has added two goals and eight assists. The projected starting goalie for Detroit is Cam Talbot, who is 3-1-0 with a 2.98 goals against average and an .890 save percentage this season.
Why the Los Angeles Kings will win
- The Red Wings have lost nine of their last 10 road games against opponents on a winning streak.
- The Kings have won six of their last seven home games against the Red Wings.
- The Kings have covered the puck line in seven of their last eight games as home favorites following a road win.
- The Kings have won the third period in each of their last seven night games against Eastern Conference opponents at Crypto.com Arena when leading after the second period.
Total Goals Facts
- Six of the last seven games between the Red Wings and Kings have gone OVER the total goals line.
- Six of the Red Wings’ last seven games against the Kings following a road win have gone OVER the total goals line.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in each of the Red Wings’ last 24 road games against Pacific Division opponents.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1’ market has hit in each of the last six games between the Red Wings and Kings.
Los Angeles Kings Player Prop Facts
- Adrian Kempe has scored at least one goal in four of the Kings’ last five home games against the Red Wings.
- Corey Perry has recorded at least one point in each of his last seven appearances with his team as a favorite.
- Adrian Kempe has recorded at least one assist in seven of his last eight appearances in home games.
Detroit Red Wings Player Prop Facts
- Dylan Larkin has scored at least one goal in three of the Red Wings’ last four road games.
- Lucas Raymond has recorded at least one point in each of the Red Wings’ last six games against Pacific Division opponents.
- James van Riemsdyk has recorded an assist in each of his last five appearances against the Kings.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Los Angeles Kings rank T1st in the league in short handed goals this season (2).
- The Los Angeles Kings rank T28th in the league for power play goals against this season (11).
- The Detroit Red Wings rank T1st in the league in short handed goals allowed this season (0).
- The Detroit Red Wings have recorded the largest comeback win this season – trailed by four goals vs Blues on October, 25.
Kings vs Red Wings Prediction
Both of these teams come into this matchup playing very well in recent games, but LA is the favorite to win on their home ice. The Kings are 0-2-1 at home this year, while the Red Wings are 2-2-0 on the road. Detroit has allowed at least four goals in three of their last four games, but they have also scored 11 goals in their last two. Los Angeles has played in some very close games over the last week or so, and they were fortunate to get out of San Jose with a win. I don’t think I trust this Detroit defense, especially on the road, so give me the Kings to win.