With a plethora of NHL games tonight, some games will have ramifications on the NHL standings and seeding for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. However, the Los Angeles Kings and Anaheim Ducks are closing their seasons with little to play for. However, betting value remains to be found in a seemingly meaningless game.
With one team destined for the playoffs and the other destined for a high pick in the NHL draft, we’ll review the important trends, odds, and stats in our Kings vs Ducks betting preview.
Los Angeles Kings vs. Anaheim Ducks Information
Los Angeles Kings (46-25-10) vs Anaheim Ducks (23-46-12)
Location of the game: Honda Center, Anaheim, CA.
Date and Time: Thursday, April 13th, 2023, 10:00 PM ET.
How to Watch: NHLPP | ESPN+ | TVAS
Los Angeles Kings vs. Anaheim Ducks Recent Scores
This Kings vs Ducks game on the NHL schedule today is the third and final meeting between these teams this season.
Los Angeles has won the previous two meetings, winning 4-1 on December 20th and 6-3 on February 17th.
Los Angeles Kings vs. Anaheim Ducks Betting Analysis
Los Angeles Kings Facts to Know
Los Angeles has lost three of the last five games and is 5-5 in the last ten games. The Kings are 3-7 over/under in the last ten.
Los Angeles averages 3.3 goals per game, while the powerplay converts at 25.3%. Defensively, the Kings give up 3.1 goals per game, while the penalty kill operates at 75.7%.
Anze Kopitar leads the Kings in NHL player stats with 72 points (27 goals, 45 assists).
The under is 6-1 in Los Angeles’ last seven games against the Pacific Division and 4-1 in the previous five road games.
Anaheim Ducks Facts to Know
The Anaheim Ducks have definitely struggled recently, losing 12 straight games and 14 of the last 15 games. The Ducks are 4-6 over/under in the last ten games.
The Ducks average 2.5 goals per game, while the powerplay converts at 15.9%. Defensively, Anaheim gives up a league-worst 4.1 goals per game, while the penalty kill operates at 72.1%.
Trevor Zegras leads the Anaheim Ducks players in NHL stats with 64 points (22 goals, 42 assists).
The under is 8-1 in the last nine games against the Pacific Division. The Ducks are 1-5 in the last six games against the Kings at home.
Updates
Both teams have a lengthy NHL injury report, so we recommend checking closer to puck drop, especially the Los Angeles Kings roster, as they are preparing for the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
We expect Joonas Korpisalo (17-14-4, 2.87 GAA, .915 SV%) to get the start for the Los Angeles Kings.
The Anaheim Ducks are expected to counter with John Gibson (14-30-8, 3.99 GAA, .899 SV%).
Los Angeles Kings vs. Anaheim Ducks Betting Preview
Before we make our NHL picks today in our Kings vs Ducks betting preview, we need to review the odds.
Moneyline: NHL odds have the Kings (-1.5) listed as the moneyline favorite, with odds between -225 and -235, while the Ducks (+1.5) are listed between +180 and +190. The Kings have a 43-38 ats record, while the Ducks have a 38-43 ats record.
Over/Under Total: The total goals line is set at 6.5, with the over listed from -103 to -110, while the under is listed between -110 and -118. Los Angeles has a 40-38-3 over/under record, while Anaheim is 41-37-3 over/under.
The Favorite is 5-0 in the last five meetings. The Under is 3-1-1 in the previous five matchups.
Los Angeles Kings vs. Anaheim Ducks Betting Prediction
Pick 1: The first of our Kings vs Ducks betting picks is to take the Kings on the moneyline. It might be the last game of the season, but the Kings should glide to another win over the Ducks.
Pick 2: The second of our NHL picks is to follow the betting trends and take the under.
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