- What: NHL Regular Season Game
- When: March 9, 2025
- Who: Los Angeles Kings vs. Vegas Golden Knights
- Time: 5:00 p.m. PST
- Where: T-Mobile Arena (Las Vegas, NV)
The NHL action heats up on Sunday evening as the Los Angeles Kings (32-20-9) take on the Vegas Golden Knights (38-18-6) at T-Mobile Arena. The Kings’ trip to Vegas for the showdown is set to be an exciting matchup.
Los Angeles
Despite a 12-17-5 road record, the Los Angeles Kings have maintained consistency throughout the season and are currently just three points ahead of the Calgary Flames for third place in the Pacific Division.
Their goaltending duo has been strong, posting a 2.65 goals-against average, which ranks sixth in the NHL.
However, the Kings have struggled offensively, averaging only 2.80 goals per game, and will need to make significant changes if they aim to make a serious run in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
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While some younger players have shown potential this season, the seasoned combination of Anze Kopitar and Adrian Kempe, who have tallied 48 and 50 points, respectively, continues to lead the team.
The Kings’ most recent game ended in a thrilling victory against the St. Louis Blues, where Kopitar’s goal sent the match into overtime, ultimately resulting in a 2-1 win thanks to Quinton Byfield’s decisive goal.
Darcy Kuemper had a stellar performance with 19 saves on 20 shots.
Vegas
The Vegas Golden Knights have been impressive from the start of the 2024/25 season and have taken it up a notch recently, boasting a 7-1-0 record in their last eight games.
They currently enjoy a six-point lead at the top of the Pacific Division. Their offense has been on fire this season, averaging 3.34 goals per game.
While their goaltending has been equally strong, with a 2.68 goals-against average that ranks seventh league-wide, they appear well-positioned for another deep run in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
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After a long stretch plagued by injuries, Jack Eichel is having a standout season, accumulating 75 points in 61 games. He’s supported by a strong veteran lineup, including Mark Stone and Tomas Hertl, who are also making significant contributions.
The Golden Knights delivered a commanding performance against the Pittsburgh Penguins in their most recent game. Stone recorded three points and Ilya Samsonov turned away all 22 shots he faced in a remarkable 4-0 victory.
Kings-Golden Knights Best Bet
Despite the differences in performance this season, the rivalry in the Pacific Division has remained intense, with the two teams splitting their last 10 matchups evenly at 5-5 over the past three years.
The Kings hold a 2-1 advantage this season, but the home team has won the last four encounters.
Given that the Golden Knights boast an impressive home record of 24-6-3 this year, they are poised to secure a significant win in this matchup.
Best Bet: Golden Knights to win in regulation at -120 odds
Samsonov, Golden Knights pick up 4-0 victory against Penguins
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