- Matchup: Anaheim Ducks vs Los Angeles Kings
- Date: Saturday, December 27, 2025
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
- Broadcast: Fanduel Sports Network West
- Betting Odds: Ducks (-145) Kings (+125)
The Los Angeles Kings (15-12-9) are set to face off against the Anaheim Ducks (21-14-2) at Crypto.com Arena this Saturday. The moneyline for this matchup lists Anaheim at -145, while Los Angeles opens at +125. The over/under is established at 6.5.
In their previous outing, the Anaheim Ducks suffered a 3-1 defeat against the Kraken. The Ducks accrued 41 penalty minutes in that game and had 2 power play opportunities but failed to capitalize. Offensively, they struggled significantly, managing to convert only 1 out of 41 shots on goal.
When it comes to their offensive capabilities, the Anaheim Ducks have netted 125 goals this season, placing them 4th in the NHL. However, they have also allowed 126 goals against them. With a season total of 44 points, their current points percentage stands at .595. Anaheim has had 121 power play opportunities, scoring 20 goals, resulting in a percentage of 16.53%. While playing evenly, the Ducks have allowed their opponents to score 96 goals while scoring 105 themselves. They have unleashed 1,142 shots with an overall shooting percentage of 11.0%. The Ducks have faced 1,066 shots against them, holding a save percentage of .882. Their opponents have capitalized on 30 out of 122 power play opportunities, placing Anaheim 4th in the league for penalties taken.
The starting goalie for this matchup is Lukas Dostal. Throughout his professional career, Dostal has recorded 71 quality starts, with a quality start rate of .550. His save percentage stands at .902 over 6,466 minutes in net. Dostal has faced 4,325 shots and made 3,900 saves. Opponents have scored 425 goals against him, resulting in a goals-against average of 3.29. He has an overall record of 55-66-14 and has been named the starter in 129 games, participating in a total of 143 contests in his professional hockey career.
In their last game, the Kings encountered the Kraken but fell short with a score of 3-2. They had 3 power play opportunities but were unable to score. Los Angeles managed to net 2 goals out of 37 shots on target.
The Kings have achieved 75 goals at even strength and only 15 on the power play, ranking them 31st in the league in power play efficiency. Los Angeles has taken 1,015 shots (ranking 19th), with a shooting percentage of 8.87%. On the defensive end, they have allowed their opponents 972 shots this season. Currently, the Kings hold a total of 90 goals, amassing 39 points and a points percentage of .542. They have conceded 91 goals, including 64 at even strength and 27 while shorthanded. With 111 power play chances, they rank at a 13.51% rate. Furthermore, their penalty kill rate stands at 78.05% against their opponents’ 123 power play opportunities, while their save percentage is currently at 90.6%.
In goal for the Kings is likely to be Anton Forsberg. Forsberg has a career record of 79-86-17 and has participated in 203 games. His quality start rate is at 51.6%, having qualified for 96 quality starts. Forsberg has made 5,149 saves out of 5,695 total shots faced, yielding a save percentage of .904. Opponents are averaging 2.94 goals per game against him, totaling 546 goals conceded. He has been the starting goalie in 186 games and has logged 10,102 minutes of playing time.
Which team will prevail in tonight’s NHL showdown against the spread or moneyline?
Tony’s Prediction: Back Los Angeles (+125)
