- Matchup: Colorado Avalanche vs Los Angeles Kings
- Scheduled Date: Monday, March 2, 2026
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
- Broadcast: Fanduel Sports Network West
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The Colorado Avalanche (38-10-9) are set to take the ice at Crypto.com Arena on Monday, aiming to secure a victory against the Los Angeles Kings (23-21-14).
In their most recent outing, the Colorado Avalanche faced a setback, losing 5-2 to the Wild. Colorado accumulated 12 penalty minutes during the game and struggled offensively, converting just 2 of 47 shots on goal. They also failed to capitalize on three power play opportunities.
This season, Colorado’s opponents have registered 161 power play attempts, ranking them 24th in the league, scoring 26 goals in those situations. The Avalanche have had a total of 1,534 shots directed against them, boasting a save percentage of .909. They have taken 1,950 shots themselves with an impressive shot percentage of 11.1%. At even strength, Colorado has allowed 114 goals while netting 189. They have received 185 power play chances, converting 28 for a 15.14% success rate. With 85 points, they hold a points percentage of .746 and lead the NHL with 217 goals scored, having conceded 140.
Scott Wedgewood is set to guard the net for the Avalanche in this matchup. Throughout his NHL career, he has faced 484 goals with a career average of 2.88 goals against per game. Wedgewood has participated in 186 games, holding a .907 save percentage over 8,239 minutes of play. His record stands at 83-58-29, with 168 starts and 89 quality starts, giving him a quality start rate of .530. He has faced 5,218 shots, making 4,734 saves.
In their last match, the Los Angeles Kings encountered a tough loss against the Oilers, suffering an 8-1 defeat. They had two power play chances but couldn’t score. The Kings managed just 1 goal on 22 shots.
This season, Los Angeles has recorded 119 goals at even strength and 28 power play goals, placing them 26th in the league. They have taken 1,586 shots—ranking 21st—with a shooting percentage of 9.27% and allowed their opponents to take 1,578 shots. Overall, the Kings have 147 goals and 60 points, yielding a points percentage of .517. They have conceded 169 goals, with 123 at even strength and 46 while down a player. With 172 power play chances, their success rate stands at 16.28% while maintaining a penalty kill percentage of 75.66% against opponents’ 189 attempts, boasting a .893 save percentage.
Darcy Kuemper will be the Kings’ netminder. His opponents average 2.53 goals per game, having surrendered 1,149 goals throughout his career. Kuemper has a quality start rate of 55.8% and has achieved 254 quality starts. He has appeared in 455 contests, accumulating 23,355 minutes of ice time. His career record is 223-158-62, with 476 games played. Kuemper has made 12,133 saves on 13,282 shots, giving him a .913 save percentage.
Who will prevail in tonight’s NHL clash against the spread or moneyline?
Prediction: Go with Los Angeles
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