NHL Roundup: Los Angeles Kings and San Jose Sharks face off in Pacific Division showdown
Kings Aim to Extend Win Streak, Sharks Seek Redemption
The Los Angeles Kings are riding a three-game winning streak as they prepare to host the San Jose Sharks on Saturday night at Crypto.com Arena. The Kings have won five of their last six games and are looking to make it four straight wins against the Sharks.
The Sharks, meanwhile, are coming off a 4-1 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday night. It was San Jose's second straight loss and fourth in its last five games.
Key Players to Watch
- Anze Kopitar, Kings: The Kings' captain is one of the most dangerous players in the NHL. He leads the team in scoring with 16 points (6 goals, 10 assists) in 13 games.
- Alex Iafallo, Kings: Iafallo has been a key contributor to the Kings' success this season. He has 11 points (5 goals, 6 assists) in 13 games.
- Erik Karlsson, Sharks: Karlsson is one of the best defensemen in the NHL. He leads the Sharks in scoring with 14 points (3 goals, 11 assists) in 13 games.
- Timo Meier, Sharks: Meier is a rising star for the Sharks. He has 10 points (6 goals, 4 assists) in 13 games this season.
Tale of the Tape
| Los Angeles Kings | San Jose Sharks | |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 9-4-0 | 4-8-1 |
| Goals For | 42 | 35 |
| Goals Against | 30 | 41 |
| Power Play | 25.0% | 20.0% |
| Penalty Kill | 85.7% | 76.9% |
Prediction
The Kings are the clear favorites in this game. They are the better team on paper and they are playing at home. The Sharks will need to play a perfect game to pull off the upset.
Prediction: Kings win 4-2
