The Los Angeles Kings (15-8-3) will look to extend their impressive four-game winning streak as they welcome the Minnesota Wild (17-4-4) to Crypto.com Arena for a crucial Western Conference matchup on Saturday night.
Both teams enter the contest in strong form, with the Kings having outscored opponents 16-6 during their recent home stand, while the Wild have established themselves as one of the NHL's top defensive units, allowing a league-best 2.32 goals per game.
The previous meeting between these teams saw Los Angeles emerge victorious with a commanding 5-1 win in Minnesota on November 5, demonstrating their ability to break through the Wild's typically stalwart defense.
David Rittich has been exceptional for the Kings, yielding just six goals across his last four starts and maintaining a solid 2.45 GAA this season.
The Wild's goaltending duo has posted the NHL's best save percentage at .920, highlighting the potential for a defensive battle in this matchup.
As these Western Conference powerhouses prepare to face off, fans can expect an intense contest between two teams that have proven themselves among the league's most formidable defensive units this season.
Los Angeles Kings vs. Minnesota Wild: who will win?
For tonight's Los Angeles Kings vs Minnesota Wild matchup, our predictive model gives the Kings a 64.17% chance of defeating the Wild.
Los Angeles Kings: 64.17% win probability
- Strong recent form (Won 4 of last 5 games - WWWWL)
- Solid defensive record (70 goals against in 26 games, 4th best in Pacific)
- Efficient scoring rate (79 goals in 26 games, averaging 3.04 goals per game)
Minnesota Wild: 35.83% win probability
- Lower scoring efficiency (85 goals in 26 games vs Kings' 79 in same games)
- Less games played (26 GP vs league average of 27, potential fatigue factor)
- Recent schedule congestion (5 games in last 8 days based on recent form)
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Los Angeles Kings vs. Minnesota Wild odds
| Los Angeles Kings | Minnesota Wild | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -140 (via Caesars Sportsbook) | +120 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Los Angeles Kings have won 15 out of 26 matches this season.
- 2The Minnesota Wild have won 18 out of 26 matches this season.
- 3With 33 points, the Los Angeles Kings holds the 4th position in the league standings.
- 4Minnesota Wild's 40 points place them 1st in the rankings.
Los Angeles Kings vs. Minnesota Wild form
Los Angeles Kings vs. Minnesota Wild head to head
Los Angeles Kings
67%
Minnesota Wild
33%
Nov 6, 2024
Minnesota Wild
1 : 5
Los Angeles Kings
Apr 16, 2024
Los Angeles Kings
1 : 3
Minnesota Wild
Mar 21, 2024
Los Angeles Kings
6 : 0
Minnesota Wild
Oct 20, 2023
Minnesota Wild
3 : 7
Los Angeles Kings
Feb 22, 2023
Minnesota Wild
2 : 1
Los Angeles Kings
Nov 9, 2022
Los Angeles Kings
1 : 0
Minnesota Wild
