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Anaheim Ducks Look to Upset Los Angeles Kings in Pacific Division Showdown at Crypto.com Arena

On February 8, 2025, the Anaheim Ducks will face off against the Los Angeles Kings in a Pacific Division matchup at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA. The Kings are looking to secure their fourth consecutive victory over the Ducks this season. Los Angeles is a strong favorite with a moneyline of -265 and the total goals set at 5.5. In the betting market, the Kings opened as -279 favorites and are currently at -278. Make sure to read our Anaheim vs. Los Angeles prediction and explore our other NHL picks for Saturday's games.

Betting Odds

  • Moneyline: Mighty Ducks +230 | Kings -278
  • Spread: Mighty Ducks +1.5 (-108) | Kings -1.5 (-112)
  • Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
  • Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 74%.

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Anaheim Mighty Ducks

The Anaheim Ducks have been performing well recently, winning five of their last six games. After a loss to the Calgary Flames, they bounced back with home wins over the Montreal Canadiens and Dallas Stars. In a surprising victory over the Stars, the Ducks were led by goals from Cutter Gauthier and Trevor Zegras, as well as stellar goaltending from John Gibson. Gibson and Lukas Dostal have been solid in goal for the Ducks this season. Despite struggling offensively, the Ducks have been competitive defensively. Currently ranked 31st in power rankings, the Ducks have a record of 23-24-6 this season.

Los Angeles Kings Analysis

Before Friday's game, the Los Angeles Kings were seeking their third consecutive win as they hosted the Dallas Stars. In their previous two games, the Kings defeated the Carolina Hurricanes 4-2 on the road and the Montreal Canadiens 6-3 at home. The Kings excelled in their last game against the Canadiens, outshooting them 37-21 and scoring four goals in the third period. Kevin Fiala recorded two goals, and Quinton Byfield contributed three assists. Goalie Darcy Kuemper made 18 saves in the game. Kuemper was anticipated to start in the game against the Stars, while David Rittich was projected to start against the Ducks on Saturday. Rittich has a record of 11-11-0 with a 2.62 GAA and .889 save percentage this season. The Kings are ranked 14th in power ranking and have the 22nd offense, averaging 2.84 goals per game, and 5th defense, allowing 2.55 goals per game. The Kings have an overall record of 28-17-6. Anaheim has won the last three matchups against Los Angeles.

Anaheim Ducks Poised for Victory Against Struggling Los Angeles Kings

The Anaheim Ducks have demonstrated strong performance recently, leading me to believe they will have a competitive game against the Los Angeles Kings. Anaheim has shown improvement in their offensive strategies, and the goaltender chosen for the game will contribute to the Ducks' potential to defy the odds and secure a victory. The Kings are known for their solid defense, however, recent performances by David Rittich have not been as successful, resulting in losses and several goals conceded. Additionally, the Kings have struggled offensively, ranking 20th in the league for goals scored, averaging 2.84 goals per game as of Friday morning. This indicates that the Ducks may have an opportunity to capitalize on the Kings' weaknesses during the upcoming matchup.

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