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Los Angeles Kings vs. Utah Hockey Club: Preview, Predictions and Picks for April 3, 2025

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Apr 3, 2025 8:12 AM
The Los Angeles Kings, currently riding a 2-0 series lead, head to the Delta Center on Thursday, April 3, 2025, to take on the Utah Hockey Club at 9:00 PM. The Kings, with a 42-23-9 record, will look to continue their dominance over the Utah Hockey Club, who are 34-29-12 on the season. This Western Conference matchup is set to be a thriller, with the Kings seeking to extend their series lead.
Los Angeles Kings vs Utah Hockey Club

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Kings vs Hockey Club statistics

Stat Kings Hockey Club
Goals For per Game 2.95 2.81
Goals Against Average 2.49 3.01
Shots per Game 28.0 28.1
Shots Against per Game 25.3 27.8
Power Play Goals 29 45
Power Play Goals Against 39 43
Short Handed Goals 4 4
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 574 718
Power Play Percentage 16.6 21.4
Penalty Kill Percentage 81.7 81.0

Utah Hockey Club recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/1/25 vs Calgary Flames W 3-1
3/30/25 @ Chicago Blackhawks W 5-2
3/28/25 @ Florida Panthers L 2-1 OT
3/27/25 @ Tampa Bay Lightning L 8-0
3/24/25 vs Detroit Red Wings L 5-1

Los Angeles Kings recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
4/1/25 vs Winnipeg Jets W 4-1
3/30/25 vs San Jose Sharks W 8-1
3/29/25 vs Toronto Maple Leafs L 3-1
3/27/25 @ Colorado Avalanche L 4-0
3/25/25 vs New York Rangers W 3-1

Utah Hockey Club injuries

  • Olli Maatta (D): Day-To-Day
  • Tij Iginla (C): Out

Los Angeles Kings injuries

  • Tanner Jeannot (LW): Out
  • Alex Turcotte (C): Out

Kings vs Hockey Club game info

Type Info
Venue Delta Center
Location Salt Lake City, UT
Puck drop Thu 9:00 PM

Kings vs Hockey Club predictions

When the Los Angeles Kings take the ice against the Utah Hockey Club, all eyes will be on Adrian Kempe, who’s been racking up goals like they’re going out of style with a total of 32 this season. He’s got this knack for finding those sweet spots on the ice, and seriously, would you want to step in front of one of his slap shots? Alongside him, Anze Kopitar, the Kings' assist wizard, nicely crafts opportunities, adding up to an impressive 43 assists so far. With these two leading the charge, don’t be surprised if the Kings’ dynamic duo lights up the scoreboard once again.

Meanwhile, on the other end of the rink, the Utah Hockey Club isn’t just going to roll over, not when Dylan Guenther is in play. The guy knows his way around a hockey puck, finding the back of the net 26 times this season. Guenther is one of those players who always seems to be in the right place at the right time, and isn’t that half the battle? Not to mention the artistry that is Clayton Keller’s playmaking. With a staggering 55 assists, any shot at victory will likely have his fingerprints all over it. Let’s face it, Keller could probably connect with a teammate with his eyes closed.

So, who will come out on top in this clash at the Delta Center? The Los Angeles Kings are the favored team, and it makes sense given their lead in the regular season series. Their recent road struggles might be a bit of a nail-biter, but with their offensive firepower in Kempe and Kopitar, they may still have the edge. The game’s odds are clearly leaning toward LA for a reason, but don’t count out the Utah Hockey Club. They're rallying for a reason, and could pull off an upset. Still, if you’re wagering, it might be wise to bank on that forecasted win for the Kings, even if it might be a close one. What do you think? Will it be a battle to remember or a romp for the Kings?

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