Winnipeg Jets vs
Los Angeles KingsPredictions & Preview

Los Angeles Kings favored to sweep Winnipeg Jets in NHL matchup at Crypto.com Arena

On Tuesday, April 1, 2025, NHL betting action continues with 10 games, including a Western Conference matchup at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, CA between the Jets and Kings. The Kings are looking to sweep the Jets in their three-game series, with previous wins of 4-1 and 2-1 earlier in the season. Despite the Jets having the best record in the NHL, Los Angeles opens as the betting favorite at -121. Stay informed with our Winnipeg vs. Los Angeles prediction and top NHL picks for Tuesday night.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Jets +105 | Kings -121
• Spread: Jets +1.5 (-270) | Kings -1.5 (+220)
• Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 55%.

Winnipeg vs Los Angeles Stats

Winnipeg Jets

The Winnipeg Jets recently completed a successful four-game homestand, finishing with a 3-1-0 record. They secured wins against the Washington Capitals, New Jersey Devils, and Vancouver Canucks after a loss to the Buffalo Sabres. In their latest victory over the Canucks, the Jets staged a comeback led by Kyle Connor, Mason Appleton, and Cole Perfetti. Goaltender Connor Hellebuyck performed admirably, maintaining impressive stats for the season. Currently, the Jets are leading the Central Division and are ranked 3rd in offense and 1st in defense, with a power ranking of 2. Overall, the team has a record of 51-19-4 for the season.

Los Angeles Kings Analysis

The Los Angeles Kings bounced back from a two-game losing streak with a dominant 8-1 victory over the San Jose Sharks. The team outshot their opponents and had success on the power play, with standout performances from Warren Foegele, Adrian Kempe, Andrei Kuzmenko, and Anze Kopitar. Goalie David Rittich recorded 22 saves in the win. Darcy Kuemper will be back in goal for the Kings in their upcoming game. The team currently holds the second spot in the Pacific Division standings. They may be without key forwards Alex Turcotte and Tanner Jeannot. The Kings have a power ranking of 14 and excel defensively, ranking second in the league in goals against per game. In their recent matchups, Winnipeg has had success against Los Angeles, winning two out of three games.

Upcoming Jets vs Kings Matchup: Clash of Defensive Titans with Potential Advantage for Los Angeles

The upcoming matchup between the Winnipeg Jets and the Los Angeles Kings presents a competitive clash between two highly skilled defensive units within the NHL. Both teams boast exceptional goaltending abilities with top-tier goalies guarding the net. The Jets currently hold the league's best goals against average, allowing only 2.32 goals per game, while the Kings closely follow with 2.51 goals against on average. Analyzing offensive statistics, Winnipeg demonstrates superior performance compared to Los Angeles, scoring an average of 3.45 goals per game, placing them third in the NHL, whereas the Kings average 2.93 goals per game, ranking 18th. Additionally, the Jets excel in power-play opportunities, boasting the second-highest percentage at 29.5%, while the Kings rank 28th with a 16.7% power-play success rate. Despite the statistics favoring Winnipeg, recent victories by the Kings over the Jets, along with Darcy Kuemper's exceptional goaltending performances, suggest a potential advantage for Los Angeles in the upcoming match.

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