LA Kings (1-0-2) vs. Toronto Maple Leafs (2-1)
October 16, 2024 7:30 pm EDT
The Line: Toronto Maple Leafs -145 / LA Kings +117; Over/Under: 6.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Toronto Maple Leafs vs LA Kings Prediction for this NHL game on Wednesday, October 16th, at Scotiabank Arena.
Kings Are Really Struggling
The Kings are really struggling heading into this game, and they have lost two games in a row. In the last game against the Ottawa Senators, the Kings scored seven runs, but they ended up giving up eight goals and that led to the overtime loss. Kevin Fiala and Alex Laferriere both scored two goals. Darcy Kuemper started in goal and he was awful, saving 33 of the 41 shots. He wasn’t good, but the defense also needs to be a whole lot better. They can’t allow 41 shots on goal again.
The Kings are averaging 3.67 goals, while their defense is giving up 3.67 goals per game. The offense is ranked 9th in the league, while the defense is ranked 22nd. In this game the defense is going to need to be good.
Maple Leafs Have Won Two Straight Games
The Maple Leafs have won two straight games and they have a ton of confidence heading into this game. In the last game against the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Maple Leafs scored four goals and that was enough for the victory. William Nylander finished with two goals, and he had four shots on goal. Anthony Stolarz stopped 21 of the 23 shots that he faced.
The Maple Leafs are averaging 2.67 goals, while their defense is giving up 1.67 goals per game. The offense is ranked 21st in the league, while the defense is ranked 5th. Auston Matthews had eight shots on goal.
Why the Maple Leafs Will Beat the Kings
- The Maple Leafs have won 11 of their last 13 night games against Pacific Division opponents.
- The Kings have lost four of their last five games after coming off overtime.
- The Kings have failed to cover the puck line in five of their last six night games against Atlantic Division opponents.
- The Maple Leafs have covered the puck line in four of their last five games against Pacific Division opponents.
- The Maple Leafs have won the second period in five of their last six home games against Pacific Division opponents.
Toronto Maple Leafs vs LA Kings Prediction
The Maple Leafs have won two straight games and the defense has been super impressive overall. The Maple Leafs are giving up only 1.67 goals per game, and they are going to dominate in this game again. The Kings defense is ranked 22nd in the league, and they are going to dominate here. The Maple Leafs are going to get the job done here. Back the Maple Leafs on the money line to cash here.
