On Monday at Canadian Tire Centre, the Los Angeles Kings(1-0-1) will take on the Ottawa Senators(1-1-0) in a game of significant importance. The Kings are hoping the Senators will help them recover from their season opener, having lost 2-1 in overtime to Boston. The Senators, on the other hand, are looking to bounce back from their 4-1 loss to Montreal. This game is crucial for both teams.
With Trevor Moore scoring their lone goal in their most recent match, Los Angeles has scored an average of two goals per game through two games. The Kings have been rock-solid defensively, letting in just 1.50 goals per game. If Darcy Kuemper, the goalie, keeps up his stellar play, which has resulted in a 1.47 goals against average and a .948 saving %, the victory will be his.
In their home opener, Ottawa defeated Florida, but they had a tough time against Montreal. Additionally, they have scored an average of two goals per game, with the latest match’s lone goal coming from Tim Stutzle. The Senators’ defense has been sluggish recently, allowing 2.50 goals per game. However, they let four goals in their most recent game, so they must step up to keep their home ice.
Given the defensive efforts of both teams, the total number of goals scored in this match is unlikely to exceed 5.5. This sets the stage for a potentially nail-biting, close game that will keep you on the edge of your seat.