The Los Angeles Kings (3-2-2) are -325 on the moneyline to win when they host the San Jose Sharks (0-5-2), who have +260 odds, on Thursday, October 24 at 10:30 PM ET on ESPN+.
ESPN+ will air this Kings versus Sharks matchup.
Kings vs. Sharks Game Info & Odds
When: Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 10:30 PM ET
TV Channel: ESPN+
Live Stream: Fubo
Live Stream: ESPN+
Where: Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California
Favorite: Kings (-325)
Underdog: Sharks (+260)
Over/under: 6
Kings vs. Sharks Prediction
Puck Line Pick:
Kings (-1.5)
Pick OU:
Over (6)
Score Prediction:
Kings 5 – Sharks 1
How to Bet on Kings vs. Sharks
Kings and Sharks Betting Trends
In three of seven matches this season, Los Angeles and its opponent have combined for more than 6 goals.
San Jose has played three games this season that ended with over 6 goals.
The two teams combine to score five goals per game, one fewer than this game’s total.
Opponents of these teams average 7.6 goals per game combined, 1.6 more than this game’sgame’s total.
The Kings have been a moneyline favorite just two other times so far this season, and went 2-0 in those games.
This season the Sharks have been an underdog in seven games, and failed to win any of them.
Kings Stats & Insights
The Kings offense’s 22 total goals (3.1 per game) rank 14th in the NHL.
The Kings are ranked 23rd in total goals against, giving up 3.6 goals per game (25 total) in NHL action.
They’re ranked 21st in the league with a -3 goal differential .
The Kings shoot 10% as a team, ranked 20th-best in the league.
The Kings have yet to shut out an opponent this season, averaging 24.1 hits and 14.1 blocked shots per game.
They have averaged 3.1 goals per game (22 total) during that span.
Defensively, the Kings have given up 25 goals (3.6 per game) in those 10 matchups.
Sharks Stats & Insights
The Sharks’ 13 total goals (1.9 per game) rank 31st in the NHL.
The Sharks have allowed four goals per game, 28 total, which ranks 26th among league teams.
Their -15 goal differential ranks 31st in the league.
The Sharks are shooting 7.1% (29th in the league).
The Sharks have not shut out an opponent this season. They average 22.9 hits and 16.9 blocked shots per game.
They are scoring at just a 1.9 goals-per-game average (13 total) during that time.
Defensively, the Sharks have allowed 25 goals (3.6 per game) in those 10 matchups.
Kings Key Players to Watch
One of Los Angeles’ most productive offensive players this season is Anze Kopitar, who has eight points (three goals, five assists) and plays an average of 19:04 per game.
Adrian Kempe has three goals and three assists to total six points (0.9 per game).
In four games, David Rittich has a record of 2-2-0. He has conceded 12 goals (3.39 goals against average) and has recorded 74 saves.
Sharks Key Players to Watch
Mikael Granlund’s one goal and six assists in seven matchups give him seven points on the season, making him a key part of his team’s offense.
Tyler Toffoli’s seven points this season, including four goals and three assists, make him one of the top offensive threats for San Jose.
Vitek Vanecek has a record of 0-3-0 in four games this season, conceding 11 goals (3.1 goals against average) with 84 saves and an .884 save percentage, 40th in the league.
Kings vs. Sharks Injuries
Kings: Darcy Kuemper: Lower Body (Out), Arthur Kaliyev: Clavicle (Out), Drew Doughty: Ankle (Out)
Sharks: Logan Couture: Groin (Out), Igor Chernyshov: Shoulder (Out), Lucas Carlsson: Undisclosed (Out), Marc-Edouard Vlasic: Back (Out), Macklin Celebrini: Lower Body (Out)
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