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Nashville Predators vs. Los Angeles Kings: Preview, Predictions and Picks for March 15, 2025

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Mar 15, 2025 9:20 PM
The Los Angeles Kings look to extend their winning streak as they host the Nashville Predators at the Crypto.com Arena on Saturday, March 15th at 8:00 PM. The Kings, who have dominated at home with a 22-3-4 record, aim to keep their momentum going against the struggling Predators, who have struggled on the road with an 8-21-4 record. The series is currently tied 1-1, making this matchup a crucial one for both teams.
Nashville Predators vs Los Angeles Kings

Current Odds

NSH
LA
Over
1.5
+182
Under
1.5
-189
NSH
+1.5
-625
LA
-1.5
+470
NSH
ML
+140
LA
ML
-164

Predators vs Kings statistics

Stat Predators Kings
Goals For per Game 2.62 2.86
Goals Against Average 3.28 2.59
Shots per Game 29.7 28.0
Shots Against per Game 28.9 25.6
Power Play Goals 38 23
Power Play Goals Against 36 33
Short Handed Goals 1 4
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 613 498
Power Play Percentage 20.8 15.5
Penalty Kill Percentage 81.4 82.3

Los Angeles Kings recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
3/13/25 vs Washington Capitals W 3-0
3/11/25 vs New York Islanders W 4-1
3/9/25 @ Vegas Golden Knights W 6-5
3/8/25 vs St. Louis Blues W 2-1 OT
3/5/25 vs St. Louis Blues L 3-2 SO

Nashville Predators recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
3/14/25 @ Anaheim Ducks L 2-1
3/11/25 @ San Jose Sharks W 3-2
3/8/25 vs Chicago Blackhawks W 3-2 OT
3/6/25 vs Seattle Kraken W 5-3
3/4/25 @ Boston Bruins W 6-3

Nashville Predators injuries

  • Zachary L'Heureux (LW): Injured Reserve
  • Roman Josi (D): Injured Reserve
  • Adam Wilsby (D): Injured Reserve

Predators vs Kings game info

Type Info
Venue crypto.com Arena
Location Los Angeles, CA
Puck drop Sat 8:00 PM

Predators vs Kings predictions

When it comes to the Nashville Predators, Filip Forsberg is undoubtedly the player to watch. With a solid record of 25 goals and 34 assists so far, his presence on the ice can be a game-changer. Imagine this—Forsberg, cutting through the Kings' defense, exploiting those unexpected openings with finesse. Although the Predators have had their struggles on the road this season, Forsberg's determination could catch Los Angeles off-guard, especially if his teammates rally behind him. Even when odds seem against them, the Predators have a knack for turning up the heat, all thanks to Filip’s offensive prowess.

Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Kings have a home-ice advantage that's hard to ignore, and Adrian Kempe is leading the charge with 27 goals. Picture Kempe firing up the crowd at the Crypto.com Arena with a jaw-dropping slap shot. His ability to maneuver the puck and find those golden scoring opportunities perfectly complements Anze Kopitar’s playmaking skill set, who has notched 37 assists. Together, this dynamic duo is formidable and has driven the Kings to a strong home record. If Kempe keeps connecting with Kopitar’s swift passes, Los Angeles will remain a tough nut to crack for Nashville.

So, who’s likely to skate away with the victory? Considering the Kings' formidable home record and the icy magic that Kempe and Kopitar tend to weave in front of their fans, Los Angeles seems poised to extend their winning streak. Although Nashville and Forsberg can be unpredictable and could deliver some surprises, the Kings’ consistent playing style and track record under the roaring support of home fans might just clinch the win for them. What do you think? Are the Kings all set to come out on top, or will the Predators prove the skeptics wrong?

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