| 1 | 2 | 3 | T | ODDS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 5.5 |
| CAR | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -145 |
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Carolina Hurricanes Look to Extend Home Winning Streak Against Struggling Los Angeles Kings
The Los Angeles Kings will face off against the Carolina Hurricanes in an inter-conference matchup on Saturday. The Kings are coming off a road loss to the Lightning, while the Hurricanes secured a home victory against the Blackhawks in their last game. Both teams recorded one win in last year's season series. Carolina is the favorite to win with opening odds at -170. Will the Hurricanes extend their home winning streak? For the prediction and more NHL picks, continue reading.
Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Kings +147 | Hurricanes -170
- Spread: Kings +1.5 (-180) | Hurricanes -1.5 (+155)
- Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
- Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Carolina will win straight-up is 63%.
Los Angeles vs Carolina Stats
Los Angeles Kings
The Los Angeles Kings have had a difficult road trip, dropping six of their past eight games and currently sitting in 3rd place in the Pacific division. Key players such as Adrian Kempe and Anze Kopitar have struggled recently, with Kempe only tallying one point in his past five games. Despite this, defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov has been a standout performer on the blue line. Goalie Darcy Kuemper has been solid in net, boasting a 2.17 GAA and a .921 save %. The Kings have an average of 2.8 goals per game and are ranked 23rd in offense. Their strong defense has them ranked 5th in the league, allowing an average of 2.5 goals per game. Los Angeles is currently 26-17-6 this season, with room for improvement as they aim to secure a playoff spot.
Carolina Hurricanes Analysis
The Carolina Hurricanes recently completed a successful homestand, showcasing their status as one of the top teams in the league this season. They are currently six points behind the first-place team in the Metro Division, with the Devils trailing closely behind by four points. The Hurricanes have won four of their last five games, highlighted by standout performances from key players such as Sebastian Aho and new addition Mikko Rantanen. Goalie Frederik Andersen has returned from injury and has been dominant in his recent games. Carolina's offense ranks fifth in the league, averaging 3.4 goals per game, while their defense is holding opponents to an average of 2.7 goals per game. Overall, the Hurricanes have a strong record of 32-16-4 and are ranked 16th in the league. Although they have a tough matchup against the Los Angeles Kings, the Hurricanes are poised to continue their success in the season.
Los Angeles Kings Struggle as Carolina Hurricanes Dominate Ahead of Challenging Road Stretch
The Los Angeles Kings are currently facing a challenging road stretch of five games, a formidable task in the NHL. Unfortunately, they have struggled recently, with four consecutive losses and dropping eight of their last ten games primarily due to difficulties in scoring. On the other hand, the Carolina Hurricanes have been impressive, with a record of 5-0-1 in their last six games. The Kings have been struggling to score, managing two goals or fewer in nine of their last ten games, which is concerning against the Hurricanes who only allow an average of 25 shots on goal per game, ranking them second in the league. Additionally, Carolina has scored 22 goals in their past six games and have won five of their last six home games.
