| 1 | 2 | 3 | T | ODDS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| MON | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | +119 |
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Los Angeles Kings Look to Extend Winning Streak Against Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre
The Los Angeles Kings will be traveling to the Bell Centre to face the Montreal Canadiens, with the Kings holding a record of 1-0-2 and the Canadiens at 2-2-0. The Kings won both matchups against the Canadiens last season. The game is set to begin at 7 PM EST, with Los Angeles opening as the betting favorite at -125 and the current line at Los Angeles -129.
Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Kings -129 | Canadiens +112
- Spread: Kings -1.5 (+195) | Canadiens +1.5 (-235)
- Total: Over/Under 6 (-110)
- Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 56%.
Los Angeles vs Montreal Stats
Los Angeles Kings
Los Angeles Kings' offense has been strong this season, ranking ninth in goals per game, led by Anze Kopitar with six points. However, their defense and goaltending have been lacking, ranking 23rd in goals against per game and 31st in shots against per game. Despite their strong offensive performance, the Kings have a power ranking of 5, with a 1-1-2 record so far this season.
Montreal Canadiens Analysis
In their recent game against the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Montreal Canadiens, listed as a +120 underdog, were defeated 6-3. Players like Mike Matheson and Nick Suzuki showcased strong performances, with each contributing two assists. Goals were scored by Kaiden Guhle, Emil Heineman, and Juraj Slafkovsky. Despite the loss, Montreal's offense has shown promise this season, scoring three or more goals in three out of four games. Currently ranking 18th in goals per game and 27th in shots per game, the Canadiens have four players tied for the team lead in points, with Cole Caufield leading with four goals. Defensively, the team has room for improvement, ranking 16th in goals against per game and 30th in shots against per game. Goaltender Sam Montembeault has stood out with a 2-1-0 record, a 2.03 GAA, and .942 SV%, while Cayden Primeau has struggled with a 0-1-0 record, a 6.30 GAA, and .793 SV%. Mike Matheson has contributed three points so far this season. As the Canadiens currently hold a power ranking of 27 and a 2-2 overall record, their next matchup will be against the struggling Los Angeles Kings, who have gone 0-3-0 in their last three matchups against Montreal.
Los Angeles Kings Expected to Continue Dominance Over Montreal Canadiens
The Los Angeles Kings have historically performed strongly against the Montreal Canadiens, boasting an impressive 8-2-0 record in their last 10 matchups. In these recent meetings, the Kings have maintained an average of 3.30 goals per game, significantly outscoring the Canadiens who average 1.40 goals per game. Despite facing the challenge of playing on the road in back-to-back games, the Kings are poised to secure another victory over the Canadiens. Therefore, it is recommended to take the Kings on the money line in this matchup to capitalize on their consistent success against Montreal.
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