Los Angeles Kings Favorited to Defeat Struggling Utah Hockey Club in Saturday’s NHL Matchup

The Los Angeles Kings are set to face the Utah Hockey Club on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. The Kings are favored to win, with odds of -148 on the moneyline, while the Utah Hockey Club stands at +124.

The Kings are looking to secure their second consecutive win after a strong performance against the San Jose Sharks, where they scored three goals in the first period to secure the victory. Warren Foegle was a standout, scoring two goals and finishing with four shots on goal. Goalie David Rittich saved 24 of the 26 shots he faced.

Utah, on the other hand, is struggling, having lost their last two games. They were defeated 4-0 by the Ottawa Senators and 5-1 by the Colorado Avalanche. Utah’s offense has been a significant issue, averaging only 2.88 goals per game, while their defense is giving up 3.63 goals per game. The team’s offense is ranked 21st in the league, and their defense is ranked 25th.

The Kings have a strong home record, having won 10 of their last 12 games at Crypto.com Arena. They have also covered the puck line in six of their last seven home games. These trends suggest a favorable outcome for the Kings.

In terms of injuries, the Kings are without Arthur Kaliyev due to a clavicle injury and Drew Doughty with an ankle injury. Utah is missing Sam Lipkin, Sean Durzi, and John Marino due to various injuries.

The game will be broadcast on ESPN+ and can be streamed on Fubo and other platforms. The puck drops at 4:00 PM ET.