The Los Angeles Kings (23-10-5) head to Scotiabank Saddledome for a pivotal Pacific Division clash against the Calgary Flames (19-14-7) on Saturday night, with both teams looking to strengthen their playoff positioning.
The Kings enter the contest riding impressive momentum, having won their last four games before Friday's matchup with Winnipeg, while allowing a league-best 2.50 goals per game this season.
Calgary, coming off a hard-fought 3-2 overtime victory against Anaheim, will be looking to build on their previous 3-1 home win over Los Angeles in December.
The Flames' offense has struggled recently, scoring just 10 goals in their last five games, while the potential absence of Connor Zary due to a lower-body injury could further impact their scoring capabilities.
This matchup presents an intriguing contrast between the Kings' league-leading defense and the Flames' efforts to jumpstart their 27th-ranked offense, which averages 2.63 goals per game.
As these Pacific Division rivals prepare for their final scheduled meeting of the regular season, the outcome could have significant implications for both teams' positioning in the tight Western Conference playoff race.
Calgary Flames vs. Los Angeles Kings: who will win?
For tonight's Calgary Flames vs Los Angeles Kings matchup, our predictive model gives the Kings a 56.67% chance of defeating the Flames.
Pre-game probabilities
Los Angeles Kings
Moneyline
Win %
56.67%
43.33%
Calgary Flames
Los Angeles Kings: 56.67% win probability
- Superior defensive performance (97 goals against, 2nd best in Western Conference)
- Excellent recent form (WWWWW in last 5 games)
- Better points efficiency (53 points in 39 games vs Flames' 45 in 40)
Calgary Flames: 43.33% win probability
- Struggling offense (108 goals scored, bottom third in Western Conference)
- Inconsistent recent form (WLLWL in last 5 games)
- Poor goal differential (-14, scoring 108 while conceding 122)
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Calgary Flames vs. Los Angeles Kings form
Calgary Flames vs. Los Angeles Kings head to head
Calgary Flames
60%
Los Angeles Kings
40%
Jan 9, 2025
Los Angeles Kings
0 : 0
Calgary Flames
Nov 12, 2024
Calgary Flames
3 : 1
Los Angeles Kings
Apr 12, 2024
Los Angeles Kings
4 : 1
Calgary Flames
Mar 31, 2024
Calgary Flames
4 : 2
Los Angeles Kings
Feb 28, 2024
Calgary Flames
4 : 2
Los Angeles Kings
Dec 24, 2023
Los Angeles Kings
5 : 3
Calgary Flames
