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Philadelphia Flyers vs. Los Angeles Kings: Preview, Predictions and Picks for December 29, 2024

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Dec 29, 2024 7:56 PM
The Los Angeles Kings, fresh off an overtime win, are set to host the Philadelphia Flyers on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at 9:00 PM at the Crypto.com Arena. The Kings, with a strong 11-2-1 home record, look to build on their series lead against the Flyers, who are seeking to even the season series. The matchup promises to be an exciting one, with the Kings' high-powered offense facing off against the Flyers' determined defense.
Philadelphia Flyers vs Los Angeles Kings

Current Odds

PHI
LA
Over
5.5
-101
Under
5.5
-110
PHI
+1.5
-190
LA
-1.5
+176
PHI
ML
+136
LA
ML
-149

Flyers vs Kings statistics

Stat Flyers Kings
Goals For per Game 3.00 3.09
Goals Against Average 3.58 2.57
Shots per Game 27.4 27.7
Shots Against per Game 27.4 24.7
Power Play Goals 15 14
Power Play Goals Against 22 20
Short Handed Goals 2 2
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 321 290
Power Play Percentage 14.9 15.7
Penalty Kill Percentage 78.6 81.1

Los Angeles Kings recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
12/22/24 @ Washington Capitals L 3-1
12/21/24 @ Nashville Predators L 3-2 OT
12/19/24 @ Philadelphia Flyers W 7-3
12/17/24 @ Pittsburgh Penguins L 3-2 OT
12/14/24 @ New York Rangers W 5-1

Philadelphia Flyers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
12/23/24 @ Pittsburgh Penguins L 7-3
12/21/24 vs Columbus Blue Jackets W 5-4 OT
12/19/24 vs Los Angeles Kings L 7-3
12/18/24 @ Detroit Red Wings L 6-4
12/14/24 @ Minnesota Wild L 4-1

Los Angeles Kings injuries

  • Trevor Moore (LW): Injured Reserve
  • Phillip Danault (C): Day-To-Day
  • Arthur Kaliyev (RW): Injured Reserve
  • Akil Thomas (C): Injured Reserve
  • Trevor Lewis (C): Injured Reserve

Philadelphia Flyers injuries

  • Sean Couturier (C): Day-To-Day
  • Jamie Drysdale (D): Injured Reserve
  • Samuel Ersson (G): Injured Reserve
  • Emil Andrae (D): Out
  • Cam York (D): Injured Reserve

Flyers vs Kings game info

Type Info
Venue crypto.com Arena
Location Los Angeles, CA
Puck drop Sun 9:00 PM

Flyers vs Kings predictions

As the Philadelphia Flyers gear up to face the Los Angeles Kings, fans are keeping a close eye on Travis Konecny, who has been a standout for the team so far. Konecny's performance has been crucial, leading the Flyers with 16 goals and 25 assists, which sets him up with a solid 41 points this season. Though he's currently listed as day-to-day, there's hope he'll bring his A-game to the rink. His ability to find the back of the net and set up scoring opportunities has been pivotal for the Flyers. How he manages his injury status could be the difference-maker. What do you think his impact will be if he suits up? Keep your fingers crossed, Flyers fans.

Turning over to the Kings, Adrian Kempe and Anze Kopitar are expected to make some noise on the ice. Kempe has matched Konecny’s goal tally with 16, showing that he's someone the Flyers defense will need to watch closely. Anze Kopitar, on the other hand, is the Kings' go-to playmaker. With 27 assists this season, he's been a maestro in orchestrating the team's offensive flow. The synergy between Kempe and Kopitar might just spell trouble for Philadelphia if they hit their stride. The Kings are boasting a strong home record of 11-2-1 at the crypto.com Arena, making it all that much harder for the visiting team to crack their armor.

So, who's got the edge in this confrontation? While both teams have their star players and strategies, the numbers slightly favor Los Angeles. The Kings come in with a formidable 20-10-5 record, holding a lead in the regular season series, having already snagged one win against Philadelphia. With home advantage and their talented roster, it seems likely the Kings could come out on top again. However, the Flyers have a knack for resilience and have shown they can step up in challenging situations. But under the bright lights of the crypto.com Arena, the prediction leans toward another W for the Kings, unless, of course, Konecny pulls out a miracle play. Hockey is full of surprises, after all!

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