The Utah Hockey Club is determined to bounce back from their recent setbacks, having lost their last two games. On the other hand, the Los Angeles Kings are riding high on their impressive start and are keen to maintain their momentum. Both teams are eyeing a higher position in the Western Conference standings, making this game a crucial one.
Offensively, the Utah Hockey Club has been facing a tough time, managing to score only 2.88 goals per game. While Nick Schmaltz and Clayton Keller have been holding their ground, the team’s overall offensive performance has been a cause for concern. The defense, too, has been under pressure, conceding an average of 3.63 goals per game. In the last two games, they’ve let in a total of nine goals. Connor Ingram’s performance in the net has been less than ideal, allowing an average of 3.82 goals per game with a save percentage of 861.
On the other hand, the Los Angeles Kings’ offence has been lethal, averaging 3.13 goals per contest. Defensemen Brandt Clarke, Jordan Spence, and Michael Anderson have bolstered the attack, while forwards Anze Kopitar, Adrian Kempe, and Alex Laferriere have been outstanding. On the other hand, they’ve had trouble defending, letting in 3.38 goals per game—including eight in their last two matches.
We think the Los Angeles Kings will cover the spread with a -1 handicap because of their dominant offence and the Utah Hockey Club’s poor defensive play.