- Matchup: Los Angeles Kings vs Anaheim Ducks
- Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
- Venue: Honda Center, Anaheim, CA
- Broadcast: Victory+
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The Anaheim Ducks (22-21-3) are set to clash with the Los Angeles Kings (19-16-11) at the Honda Center this Saturday.
The Los Angeles Kings recently faced a narrow 3-2 defeat against the Golden Knights. In that matchup, Los Angeles spent a total of 4 minutes in the penalty box, and they had one power play chance but failed to convert. The offensive performance was below par, as they managed to score on just 2 out of 24 shots taken.
During even-strength play, the Kings have surrendered 90 goals while netting 97. Their opponents have been awarded 153 power plays (ranked 4th in the league) and capitalized on 36 of those opportunities. So far this season, the Kings have accumulated just 119 goals (30th overall) against 126 goals allowed. They have taken 1,290 shots, giving them a shot percentage of 9.2%. With 49 points, their point percentage is .533. The Kings have faced 1,230 shots and hold a save percentage of .898. They have had 136 power plays, converting 22 for a success rate of 16.18%.
In net for the upcoming game will be Anton Forsberg. Over his professional career, Forsberg has registered 97 quality starts, with a quality start percentage of .513. His save percentage stands at .904 across 10,111 minutes of play. He has faced 5,776 shots, successfully saving 5,222 of them. Forsberg has conceded 554 goals, leading to a goals-against average of 2.93. His record includes 81 wins, 87 losses, and 17 overtime losses, with 189 games started across 207 career appearances.
The Anaheim Ducks most recently faced off against the Stars, clinching a 3-1 victory. They experienced 2 power play opportunities but did not score during those chances, ultimately securing 3 goals from 25 shots.
This season, the Ducks have recorded 149 goals, 47 points, and a points percentage of .511. They have allowed 169 goals, with 135 at even strength and 34 while short-handed. Anaheim has netted 125 goals at even strength and 24 power play goals (22nd in the NHL) from 143 power play chances, yielding a percentage of 16.78%. They have taken 1,403 shots (4th in the NHL), boasting a shooting percentage of 10.62%, while allowing 1,332 shots against. Their penalty kill efficiency stands at 77.63% against 152 power play attempts, with a save percentage of 87.3%.
Ville Husso is expected to guard the net. Husso has a career record of 76 wins, 50 losses, and 20 overtime losses over 155 games. His quality start percentage is 49.0%, with 72 quality starts to his name. He has made 4,006 saves on 4,449 shots, which translates to a save percentage of .900. He has allowed an average of 3.01 goals per game, accumulating 443 goals against. Husso has been the starting goalie in 147 contests, totaling 7,708 minutes of play.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NHL showdown against the spread or moneyline?
Expert’s Prediction: Bet on Los Angeles
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