Kings vs Ducks statistics
Stat |
Kings |
Ducks |
Goals For per Game |
3.40 |
2.75 |
Goals Against per Game |
3.60 |
2.75 |
Shots per Game |
29.8 |
26.8 |
Shots Against per Game |
30.6 |
35.3 |
Power Play Goals |
4 |
0 |
Power Play Goals Against |
6 |
3 |
Short Handed Goals |
1 |
0 |
Short Handed Goals Against |
0 |
0 |
Penalty Minutes |
62 |
34 |
Power Play Percentage |
19.0 |
0.0 |
Penalty Kill Percentage |
76.0 |
78.6 |
Anaheim Ducks recent games
Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
10/18/24 |
@ Colorado Avalanche |
L |
4-3 OT |
10/16/24 |
vs Utah Hockey Club |
W |
5-4 OT |
10/13/24 |
@ Vegas Golden Knights |
L |
3-1 |
10/12/24 |
@ San Jose Sharks |
W |
2-0 |
10/4/24 |
@ San Jose Sharks |
W |
3-2 SO |
Los Angeles Kings recent games
Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
10/17/24 |
@ Montreal Canadiens |
W |
4-1 |
10/16/24 |
@ Toronto Maple Leafs |
L |
6-2 |
10/14/24 |
@ Ottawa Senators |
L |
8-7 OT |
10/12/24 |
@ Boston Bruins |
L |
2-1 OT |
10/10/24 |
@ Buffalo Sabres |
W |
3-1 |
Kings vs Ducks predictions
As the puck is set to drop at the Honda Center, all eyes will likely be on Anze Kopitar, the captain of the Los Angeles Kings. With a solid start to the season racking up three goals and four assists, Kopitar looks to continue his dominant performance on ice. His ability to find the back of the net and set up his teammates makes him a crucial player to watch in the upcoming clash. Given his current form, it wouldn't be surprising to see him add to his points tally against their division rivals, the Anaheim Ducks.
On the flip side, the Anaheim Ducks have their own ace, Troy Terry, although his status remains day-to-day due to a recent ailment. Despite the uncertainty, his contribution when on ice is undeniable, already having bagged three goals this season. If Terry is good to go, his presence could be a game-changer for the Ducks. Meanwhile, defenseman Brian Dumoulin, with his knack for assists, will need to step up and help fortify the Ducks' offensive plays, especially in creating scoring opportunities if Terry is less than 100%.
Looking at the state of play for both teams, the Los Angeles Kings seem positioned slightly better, especially with their balanced road record and the consistency of Anze Kopitar. While the Anaheim Ducks have the home advantage and potential game changers in their lineup, the odds and current momentum slightly tilt towards Los Angeles. As long as the Kings maintain their form and capitalize on their opportunities, they might just skate away with a victory in this Pacific Division showdown. What do you think, will Kopitar lead his team to a win, or will the Ducks rally at home to surprise their rivals?
Anaheim Ducks injuries
- Isac Lundestrom (C): Day-To-Day
- Jackson LaCombe (D): Day-To-Day
- Frank Vatrano (RW): Injured Reserve
- John Gibson (G): Injured Reserve
- Troy Terry (RW): Day-To-Day
Los Angeles Kings injuries
- Darcy Kuemper (G): Injured Reserve
- Joel Edmundson (D): Injured Reserve
- Arthur Kaliyev (RW): Injured Reserve
- Drew Doughty (D): Injured Reserve
Kings vs Ducks game info
Venue |
Honda Center |
Location |
Anaheim, CA |
Puck drop |
Sun 8:00 PM |
TV |
NHL Net |