Los Angeles Kings vs Montreal Canadiens Betting Picks & Predictions
The teams face off in an interconference battle as the visiting Los Angeles Kings take on the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday night. The Kings have had the advantage in their
Game outlook
The teams face off in an interconference battle as the visiting Los Angeles Kings take on the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday night. The Kings have had the advantage in their recent matchups, winning eight of their last ten games and the last five contests against Montreal. Los Angeles won their most recent contest 4-3 in overtime against the Blue Jackets, while Montreal also secured a 4-2 victory at home against Seattle. The Kings are the betting favorites at -225 odds.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Kings -225 | Canadiens +198
Spread: Kings -1.5 (+110) | Canadiens +1.5 (-130)
Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 69%.
Los Angeles Kings
Despite being down three goals at the end of the second period, the Kings rallied in the third period to tie the game, and win in overtime with Drew Doughty's sixth goal of the season. Pheonix Copley made 26 saves and the Kings held a shot advantage of 39-29. Cam Talbot is expected to start in goal for the team in their next game.
Montreal Canadiens Analysis
Recently, Montreal won the most current game against Seattle, with Sean Monahan and Tanner Pearson both scoring. Sam Montembeault made 31 saves and Anderson scored an empty netter to increase the lead to two goals. He's expected to start in goal against Los Angeles. The Montreal Canadiens have had mixed success this season, as they stand 11-11-3 overall and sixth in the Atlantic Division, 12 points behind Boston and five points behind the Panthers for the final playoff spot. Montreal ranks 24th in offense with 2.88 goals per game and 26th in defense, allowing an average of 3.56 goals per game. They have won their most recent game against Seattle, with two goals from Sean Monahan and a late empty netter from Josh Anderson to secure a two goal lead. Sam Montembeault had 31 saves in the winning effort and is expected to start in goal against the Los Angeles Kings.