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Los Angeles Kings vs. Seattle Kraken: Preview, Predictions and Picks for January 18, 2025

Updated on:
Apr 15, 2025 7:21 PM
The Los Angeles Kings, fresh off a strong performance from Alex Turcotte, who notched two goals in their previous game, head to Climate Pledge Arena to take on the Seattle Kraken on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 10:00 PM. The Kings, currently sitting atop the Pacific Division with a 25-12-5 record, look to build on their series lead against the Kraken, who are struggling to find consistency with a 19-24-3 overall record.
Los Angeles Kings vs Seattle Kraken

Current Odds

LA
SEA
Over
5.5
-107
Under
5.5
+100
LA
-1.5
+235
SEA
-1.5
+205
LA
ML
-101
SEA
ML
-102

Kings vs Kraken statistics

Stat Kings Kraken
Goals For per Game 3.00 2.87
Goals Against Average 2.38 3.17
Shots per Game 27.1 26.6
Shots Against per Game 24.8 28.6
Power Play Goals 16 24
Power Play Goals Against 22 24
Short Handed Goals 2 1
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 357 304
Power Play Percentage 15.4 18.6
Penalty Kill Percentage 82.8 77.1

Seattle Kraken recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
1/16/25 @ Winnipeg Jets L 2-1
1/14/25 @ Pittsburgh Penguins W 4-2
1/12/25 @ Detroit Red Wings L 6-2
1/11/25 @ Buffalo Sabres W 6-2
1/9/25 @ Columbus Blue Jackets L 6-2

Los Angeles Kings recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
1/16/25 @ Vancouver Canucks W 5-1
1/13/25 @ Edmonton Oilers L 1-0
1/11/25 @ Calgary Flames L 2-1
1/10/25 @ Winnipeg Jets W 2-1 OT
1/4/25 vs Tampa Bay Lightning W 2-1

Seattle Kraken injuries

  • Brandon Tanev (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Yanni Gourde (C): Injured Reserve
  • Joey Daccord (G): Injured Reserve
  • Adam Larsson (D): Day-To-Day
  • Andre Burakovsky (LW): Day-To-Day

Los Angeles Kings injuries

  • Alex Laferriere (RW): Day-To-Day
  • Joel Edmundson (D): Out
  • Kyle Burroughs (D): Injured Reserve
  • Drew Doughty (D): Injured Reserve
  • Trevor Moore (LW): Injured Reserve

Kings vs Kraken game info

Type Info
Venue Climate Pledge Arena
Location Seattle, WA
Puck drop Sat 10:00 PM

Kings vs Kraken predictions

When the Los Angeles Kings hit the ice against the Seattle Kraken, all eyes will be on their electrifying right winger, Adrian Kempe. He's been on a tear this season, racking up 21 goals to top the squad in that department. You can bet he's on the hunt to add a couple more to his tally. Joining him in the spotlight is the seasoned Anze Kopitar, a consistent playmaker who’s dished out 29 assists thus far. Their fiery chemistry could leave a mark on this game, and it's always a thrill to see how they’ll exploit the weaknesses in Seattle's defense. The Kings have proven strong in their away games this season, so you'd expect their leaders to come out guns blazing, hungry to secure another W.

Now, let’s switch gears to the Seattle Kraken and look at the men who could potentially give the Kings their own set of headaches. Jared McCann, although listed as day-to-day, will be a critical piece if he suits up. With 13 goals and leading his team with 33 points, he's their go-to guy when it comes to impacting the scoreboard. Over at the center position, Chandler Stephenson has been orchestrating plays with an impressive 24 assists. These two are vital to Seattle's chances, especially at home. Imagine the scenario, an underdog team, fueled by the cheers of the home crowd at Climate Pledge Arena, stepping up to the challenge. That's the kind of stuff fans live for.

Ultimately, predicting who will skate away with the win isn't an easy call, but that’s part of the excitement, right? It's undeniable that the Kings, having the edge in the regular season series, come into Seattle with momentum on their side. However, don't discount the Kraken just yet. The duel on ice promises to be tight, especially if McCann can lace up and contribute. All things considered, my gut tells me the Los Angeles Kings have just enough firepower to outshine the Kraken and notch another victory. But hey, in sports, anything can happen, and upsets are part of the charm. What do you think? Will our predictions hold true?

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