In this article, we will formulate a Flames vs Kings prediction for this NHL showdown on Thursday, April 11th at Crypto.com Arena. We will take a look at:
-The Calgary Flames recent form and recent player performance
-The Los Angeles Kings 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 Flames and Kings.
Flames Coming off Overtime Win
The Flames faced off against the San Jose Sharks, and it wasn’t the most impressive game, but they were able to secure the 3-2 victory in overtime. Nazem Kadri has scored one goal and added one assist. The Flames are averaging 3.04 goals, while their defense is giving up 3.25 goals per game. The offense is ranked 18th in the league, while the defense is ranked 23rd. Kadri has scored 26 goals and added 42 assists.
Kings Offense Looks to Bounce Back
The Kings in the last game faced off against the Anaheim Ducks, and they were defeated 3-1. They gave up two goals in the third period and that was the difference. The Kings are averaging 3.09 goals, while their defense is giving up 2.57 goals per game. The offense is ranked 15th in the league, while the defense is ranked 4th. Adrian Kempe has scored 27 goals and added 44 assists so far this season.
Los Angeles Kings Team Facts
- The home team has won each of the last seven games between the Flames and Kings.
- The Kings have covered the puck line in each of their last seven home games against the Flames.
- The Kings have won the second period in each of their last six games at Crypto.com Arena.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in eight of the Kings’ last nine games as favorites.
Calgary Flames Team Facts
- The Flames have won four of their last six games as underdogs against the Kings.
- The Flames have covered the puck line in each of their last eight games as underdogs following an overtime win.
- The Flames have lost the first period in each of their last four games.
- The ‘Over 2.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in each of the Flames’ last five games following an overtime win.
Flames vs Kings Prediction
The Kings defense is giving up 2.57 goals per game, and they are going to step up in this game. The Flames’ offense scored only three goals in the last game, and they are going to really struggle to get the offense going here. The Kings offense will get back on the right track and that will be the difference here as the Kings are going to get the job done. Back the Kings on the puck line.