- Matchup: Chicago Blackhawks vs Los Angeles Kings
- Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
- Broadcast: Fanduel Sports Network West
- Betting Odds: Blackhawks (+150) Kings (-182)
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This Saturday, the Los Angeles Kings (12-7-7) will host the Chicago Blackhawks (11-9-6) at Crypto.com Arena. The current betting line favors the Kings at -182, while the Blackhawks are positioned at +150. The total points for the matchup has been set at 6.5.
The Chicago Blackhawks recently battled to a 3-3 tie with the Golden Knights in their last start, managing 4 penalty minutes. They had 5 power play chances but were unable to convert. With a moderate offensive display, Chicago ended the game by executing just 3 of their 30 shots on goal.
This season, the Blackhawks’ opponents have taken 90 power play opportunities (currently ranked 6th in the league), converting 14 of those into goals. The Blackhawks have faced 787 shots, achieving a .905 save percentage. In contrast, Chicago’s offense has generated 659 shot attempts with a shooting percentage of 12.6%. At even strength, they have conceded 61 goals while scoring 65. With 79 power play chances, they have netted 18 goals, resulting in a success rate of 22.78%. As the season progresses, the Blackhawks have accumulated 28 points and hold a .538 points percentage. They have recorded 83 goals (11th in the league) while allowing 75 goals against.
Spencer Knight will be the starting goalie for this matchup. Throughout his professional career, Knight has participated in 113 games, holding a record of 57 wins, 38 losses, and 14 ties. He has faced 3,166 shots, achieving 2,869 saves and a goals-against average of 2.88. Currently, his save percentage stands at .906, and he possesses 54 quality starts, translating to a 52.4% quality start rate.
In their previous game, the Los Angeles Kings suffered a defeat against the Capitals, ending 3-1. The Kings managed to score only once from 25 shots and were unable to capitalize on 2 power play opportunities.
This season, the Kings have netted a total of 57 goals at even strength and 11 goals (28th in the NHL) during power plays. With 743 shots this season (ranked 16th), they hold a shooting percentage of 9.15%. On defense, they have allowed 676 shots and have registered 68 total goals against, including 52 at even strength and 16 while shorthanded. The Kings have earned a total of 31 points, corresponding to a .596 points percentage. They boast 80 power play opportunities with a conversion rate of 13.75%, and their penalty kill rate stands at 80.49%, saving against 82 power plays this season.
Expect to see Darcy Kuemper in goal for the Kings, who has successfully stopped 11,732 of 12,830 shots, achieving a .914 save percentage. Kuemper’s career record is 217 wins, 151 losses, and 58 ties, with 457 appearances and 436 starts under his belt. He has a total of 23,312 minutes logged in games, with a quality start percentage of 56.2%, recording 245 quality starts. His average goals against per game is 2.52, totaling 1,098 goals allowed over his career.
Who will come out on top in tonight’s NHL clash, whether against the spread or on the moneyline?
Recommendation: Back Chicago (+150)
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