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Seattle Kraken Struggle Despite Summer Signings, Face Strong Los Angeles Kings Team - Betting Favorite in Upcoming Matchup

The Seattle Kraken have had a mixed start to the 2024/25 season despite some high-profile summer signings, with early inconsistencies raising concerns about their potential as contenders. They will face the Los Angeles Kings, who have performed well despite injuries and look poised to make a strong playoff push. The betting favorite in this matchup is Los Angeles at -163, with the current line at Los Angeles -165.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Kraken +144 | Kings -165
• Spread: Kraken +1.5 (-184) | Kings -1.5 (+160)
• Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 62%.

Seattle vs Los Angeles Stats

Seattle Kraken

The Seattle Kraken have a talented roster but lack star power, leading to some struggles on the road with a 3-5-0 record. However, goalie Joey Daccord has been performing well with a .923 save percentage, and the team has shown depth with several players in double-digit points. Leading scorer Jared McCann has 9 goals and 21 points. The team recently had a dominant win over the Nashville Predators, allowing no goals on 24 shots. Overall, the Kraken are ranked 18th in power rankings, 18th in offense with 2.90 goals per game, and 9th in defense with 2.75 goals against per game. Their current record is 10-9-1.

Los Angeles Kings Analysis

The Los Angeles Kings have faced challenges this season due to injuries, but have managed to maintain a strong record at home. Despite dropping three of their last four games, they have shown resilience with a 5-2-1 record on home ice. The team has relied heavily on top veterans Anze Kopitar and Adrian Kempe offensively, while young star Quinton Byfield has struggled early on. With goaltending combining for a 2.75 GAA and a .900 save percentage, the Kings remain a threat in the league. Their recent loss to the Buffalo Sabres highlights the need for more offensive production, as they were held scoreless in a tight 1-0 defeat. Currently ranking 9th in power rankings, the Kings sit at 16th for offense and 11th for defense, with an overall record of 10-7-3. The team recently faced off against the Seattle Kraken, going 2-1-0 in their last three matchups.

Kings Poised to Dominate Kraken in Upcoming Matchup

The Kings and Kraken have faced off 11 times since the Kraken's inception into the NHL. Currently, the Kings hold a record of 6-5 against Seattle, having won three out of their last four matchups. In their three most recent meetings in Los Angeles, the Kings have only outscored the Kraken by one goal. Seattle has struggled on the road with a losing record, including four consecutive defeats, whereas the Kings have a strong record at home. Therefore, it is anticipated that the Kings will secure a significant victory in this upcoming match against the Kraken.

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