The Los Angeles Kings (25-13-5) will look to extend their impressive home winning streak when they host the Pittsburgh Penguins (19-21-8) at Crypto.com Arena on Monday night in a compelling cross-conference matchup.
The Kings, who boast the NHL's best defensive record allowing just 2.38 goals per game, return home after a challenging 2-3-0 road trip seeking to maintain their dominance on home ice.
Pittsburgh enters the contest struggling defensively, ranking last in the league in goals against (3.64 per game) and having won just two of their previous ten games overall.
The matchup presents an intriguing contrast in styles, with the Kings' league-leading defense facing off against a Penguins team that, despite their recent struggles, maintains a respectable offensive output of 3.00 goals per game.
Both teams will be missing key defensive pieces, as Kings' Drew Doughty continues his recovery from an ankle injury while the Penguins recently played without Kris Letang due to illness.
This game marks the second and final regular-season meeting between these teams, with Pittsburgh having claimed a narrow 3-2 overtime victory in their December encounter.
Los Angeles Kings vs. Pittsburgh Penguins: who will win?
For tonight's Los Angeles Kings vs Pittsburgh Penguins matchup, our predictive model gives the Kings a 69% chance of defeating the Pens.
Los Angeles Kings: 69% win probability
- Elite defensive efficiency (105 goals against in 43 games, 2.44 GA/game)
- Strong win-loss record (25-13 record, 0.658 win percentage)
- Efficient scoring conversion (128 goals scored with fewer games played than most teams)
Pittsburgh Penguins: 31% win probability
- Poor defensive record (179 goals against, worst in Eastern Conference)
- Negative recent form (LWLLL in last 5 games)
- Low points total (46 points in 48 games, 14th in Eastern Conference)
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Los Angeles Kings vs. Pittsburgh Penguins odds
| Los Angeles Kings | Pittsburgh Penguins | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | -185 (via BetMGM Sportsbook) | +160 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The Los Angeles Kings have won 25 out of 43 matches this season.
- 2The Pittsburgh Penguins have won 19 out of 48 matches this season.
- 3With 55 points, the Los Angeles Kings holds the 7th position in the league standings.
- 4Pittsburgh Penguins's 46 points place them 14th in the rankings.
Los Angeles Kings vs. Pittsburgh Penguins form
Los Angeles Kings vs. Pittsburgh Penguins head to head
Los Angeles Kings
50%
Pittsburgh Penguins
50%
Dec 18, 2024
Pittsburgh Penguins
3 : 2
Los Angeles Kings
Feb 18, 2024
Pittsburgh Penguins
1 : 2
Los Angeles Kings
Nov 10, 2023
Los Angeles Kings
3 : 4
Pittsburgh Penguins
Feb 12, 2023
Los Angeles Kings
6 : 0
Pittsburgh Penguins
Oct 20, 2022
Pittsburgh Penguins
6 : 1
Los Angeles Kings
Jan 30, 2022
Pittsburgh Penguins
3 : 4
Los Angeles Kings
