Kraken vs. Kings Player Props, Picks and Predictions – Wednesday, Dec. 20

We have your Seattle Kraken vs. Los Angeles Kings prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Seattle Kraken hit the road to face the Los Angeles Kings.

The Los Angeles Kings (18-6-4) are set to host the Seattle Kraken (10-14-9) in a clash of Pacific Division rivals. With the Kings on a 2-game winning streak and the Kraken looking to snap a 2-game losing streak, this matchup promises to be a battle of resilience and strategy.

Seattle Kraken vs. Los Angeles Kings Odds Info

Moneyline: Seattle Kraken +145 (PointsBet) / Los Angeles Kings -170 (DraftKings)

Puck Line: -1.5 – Seattle Kraken -165 (BetMGM) / Los Angeles Kings +140 (DraftKings)

Total: 6.0 – -108 (DraftKings) / -109 (BetRivers)

Game Info

Date: Wednesday, Dec. 20

Time: 10:00 PM

Location: Crypto.com Arena – Los Angeles, CA

TV: TNT

Seattle Kraken Betting Trends

• This season, the Seattle Kraken have hit 17 overs and 16 unders.
• On the road this season, the Seattle Kraken have hit 9 overs and 7 unders.
• As the underdog this season, the Seattle Kraken have hit 9 overs and 15 unders.

Los Angeles Kings Betting Trends

• This season, the Los Angeles Kings have hit 11 overs and 17 unders.
• At home this season, the Los Angeles Kings have hit 7 overs and 6 unders.
• As the favorite this season, the Los Angeles Kings have hit 7 overs and 13 unders.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

Over the last two seasons, the Seattle Kraken and the Los Angeles Kings have faced off a total of five times, with the Kraken emerging victorious in three of those encounters while the Kings claimed two wins. The visiting team has demonstrated a strong performance, winning four out of the five games. When it comes to betting statistics, the Kraken have covered the spread in three games, whereas the Kings have done so in two. In terms of totals betting, the under has been the prevailing outcome, hitting four times compared to just once for the over. Delving into the specifics, the Kraken have shown a tendency to win as underdogs, with two of their three wins coming when they were not favored. The Kings, on the other hand, have split their victories as favorites and underdogs. The games have been characterized by a mix of tight contests and clear victories, with the spread difference ranging from -0.5 to 4.5 points. The total score across these matchups has varied significantly, with a low of 4 and a high of 17, reflecting the unpredictable nature of the scoring in hockey.

The most recent game between the Seattle Kraken and the Los Angeles Kings took place on December 16, 2023, and ended in a 2-2 tie, with the Kings ultimately securing a 4-3 shootout victory. The Kraken’s Adam Larsson and Oliver Bjorkstrand each contributed a goal, with assists from Devin Shore, Vince Dunn, Ryker Evans, and Jared McCann. The Kings’ Trevor Moore and Anze Kopitar found the back of the net, with assists credited to Phillip Danault, Kevin Fiala, Quinton Byfield, and Adrian Kempe. The Kings had a slight edge in blocked shots and hits, while the Kraken dominated in faceoff wins. The game was tightly contested, as reflected by the final score and the need for a shootout to determine the winner. The Kings were the favorites going into the game with a closing moneyline of -150, and they managed to live up to that expectation, although the Kraken covered the spread as underdogs with a closing spread moneyline of -192. The total score of 5 fell under the closing over-under of 5.5, continuing the trend of low-scoring games between these two teams.

Seattle Kraken vs. Los Angeles Kings Predictions

The Los Angeles Kings have been showcasing a strong performance this season, currently holding a solid record and sitting third in the Pacific Division. Despite their less impressive home record of 5-5-3, the Kings are coming off a convincing 4-1 victory against the San Jose Sharks and are looking to leverage their momentum. With key players like Trevor Moore leading in goals and Anze Kopitar topping the points chart, the Kings have a robust offensive lineup. However, their 18th rank in goals per game at home suggests they’ll need to step up their scoring to dominate the Kraken.

On the other side, the Seattle Kraken are aiming to find their footing after a couple of close losses, including a recent shootout defeat to the Kings. The Kraken’s road record of 4-6-6 indicates their struggles away from home, but with top scorers like Jared McCann and playmakers such as Vince Dunn, they have the potential to challenge the Kings’ defense. The Kraken’s overall win percentage and their position in the conference highlight the urgency for a turnaround if they wish to climb up the rankings.

This game will also feature a goaltending duel worth watching, with the Kings’ Cam Talbot bringing a 2.02 GAA and a .926 SV% against the Kraken’s expected starter. Defensive tactics will be crucial, as both teams have shown a tendency to engage in tight, low-scoring games. The Kings will need to capitalize on their defensive strengths, while the Kraken must find a way to break through and improve their offensive output on the road. With both teams eager to assert their dominance, this matchup is set to be a gripping contest of strategy and skill.

Seattle Kraken vs. Los Angeles Kings Pick

The prevailing trend in the historic head-to-head matchups between the Seattle Kraken and the Los Angeles Kings has been low-scoring games, with the under hitting four out of five times. This trend is likely to continue given the Kings’ 18th rank in goals per game at home and the Kraken’s challenges in boosting their scoring on the road. Both teams have demonstrated strong defensive play, with the Kings allowing just over 26 shots per game and the Kraken’s goaltender sporting a respectable 2.65 GAA and a .905 SV%. With these defensive statistics in mind, it’s reasonable to expect another tight, low-scoring affair.

Furthermore, the Kings are playing their second game in as many nights, which could impact their offensive sharpness, despite their recent win against the Sharks. The Kraken, on the other hand, are looking to snap a losing streak and will likely focus on a conservative, defense-first approach to secure a win. Considering the Kings’ home scoring trends and the Kraken’s road scoring average, combined with the historical under trend in their matchups, the under seems like the most logical choice for this game.

The Pick: Under 6.0 -108 (DraftKings)

Seattle Kraken vs. Los Angeles Kings Player Prop Picks

Here are the players who have hit over their current prop line in at least 7 of their last 10 games.

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