The Los Angeles Kings (19-9-4) will look to continue their impressive run when they face the Nashville Predators (9-17-7) at Bridgestone Arena on Saturday afternoon, with the visitors having won eight of their last ten games.
The Kings enter the matchup boasting the NHL's best defensive record, allowing just 2.53 goals per game, while their offense has been clicking with 14 goals in their last three road games.
Nashville, despite struggling with a 2-5-3 record in their last 10 games, has historically performed well against Los Angeles, winning six of their previous ten meetings between the teams.
The Predators will lean heavily on Filip Forsberg, who leads the team with 24 points, and goaltender Juuse Saros as they attempt to overcome their recent defensive struggles that have seen them concede nine goals in their last three home games.
This matchup presents an intriguing contrast between the Kings' league-leading defense and the Predators' efforts to rediscover their scoring touch on home ice.
As these Western Conference rivals prepare to face off, recent form suggests an compelling battle between Los Angeles's systematic approach and Nashville's determination to protect their home ice advantage.
Nashville Predators vs. Los Angeles Kings: who will win?
For tonight's Nashville Predators vs Los Angeles Kings matchup, our predictive model gives the Kings a 54.25% chance of defeating the Predators.
Los Angeles Kings: 54.25% win probability
- Strong defensive performance (82 goals against, 2nd best in Western Conference)
- Consistent winning record (19-9 record, 4th in Western Conference)
- Efficient goal-scoring (101 goals for in 32 games, averaging 3.16 goals per game)
Nashville Predators: 45.75% win probability
- Poor offensive output (76 goals scored, lowest in Western Conference)
- Weak overall record (9-17 record, last place in Western Conference)
- Poor defensive performance (103 goals against, among bottom 5 in conference)
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Nashville Predators vs. Los Angeles Kings odds
| Nashville Predators | Los Angeles Kings | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | +105 (via Caesars Sportsbook) | -122 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Nashville Predators have won 9 out of 33 matches this season.
- 2The Los Angeles Kings have won 19 out of 32 matches this season.
- 3With 25 points, the Nashville Predators holds the 16th position in the league standings.
- 4Los Angeles Kings's 42 points place them 4th in the rankings.
Nashville Predators vs. Los Angeles Kings form
Nashville Predators vs. Los Angeles Kings head to head
Nashville Predators
67%
Los Angeles Kings
33%
Nov 5, 2024
Nashville Predators
0 : 3
Los Angeles Kings
Feb 23, 2024
Los Angeles Kings
1 : 4
Nashville Predators
Feb 1, 2024
Nashville Predators
2 : 4
Los Angeles Kings
Jan 19, 2024
Los Angeles Kings
1 : 2
Nashville Predators
Mar 12, 2023
Los Angeles Kings
1 : 2
Nashville Predators
Jan 22, 2023
Nashville Predators
5 : 3
Los Angeles Kings
