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Nashville Predators vs Los Angeles Kings Prediction – 3/15/2025
The Nashville Predators are set to face the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. This matchup features two teams with contrasting seasons, as the Kings aim to solidify their playoff position while the Predators look to play spoiler.
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The Los Angeles Kings enter this game with a 35-20-9 record, showcasing a strong season marked by solid defensive play and consistent scoring. They are coming off a 3-0 shutout victory over the Washington Capitals on Thursday, extending their winning streak to four games. In that game, Kevin Fiala contributed a goal and an assist, while goaltender Darcy Kuemper made 21 saves to secure the shutout.
On the other hand, the Nashville Predators hold a 25-32-7 record and are on the second night of a back-to-back, having played the Anaheim Ducks on Friday. Prior to that, they secured a 3-2 win over the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday, with Filip Forsberg leading the charge with a goal and an assist. The Predators have struggled on the road this season, posting an 8-20-4 record away from home.
Betting Insights
- Moneyline: Los Angeles Kings -220, Nashville Predators +180
- Puck Line: Kings -1.5 (+114)
- Over/Under: 5.5 goals
The Kings have been dominant at home, boasting a 22-3-4 record with a +36 goal differential. They average 2.86 goals per game while allowing 2.63 goals against. Goaltender Darcy Kuemper has been a key factor, posting a 20-8-7 record with a 2.29 goals-against average and a .914 save percentage. In his career against Nashville, Kuemper is 7-2-4 with a 2.37 GAA and a .919 SV%.
The Predators, conversely, average 2.64 goals per game and allow 3.29 goals against. Goaltender Justus Annunen, acquired mid-season, has an 8-5 record with a 3.09 GAA and a .897 SV%. In his lone career start against Los Angeles, Annunen secured a win with a 1.97 GAA and a .917 SV%.
Nashville Predators vs. Los Angeles Kings Prediction
Considering the Kings' strong home performance and the Predators' struggles on the road, coupled with Nashville playing on consecutive nights, Los Angeles holds a significant advantage. The Kings' balanced offense and solid defense, anchored by Kuemper, position them well to control the game.
Given these factors, the Kings are favored to win and cover the puck line. Additionally, with the over/under set at 5.5 goals, and considering both teams' recent scoring trends, the over appears to be a favorable bet.
Final Prediction: Los Angeles Kings 4, Nashville Predators 2
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