- The Kings are a -1.5 goal favorite vs. the Canucks
- Kings vs. Canucks Total (Over/Under): 6 goals
- TV Channel: RSNP | FDSC
The Los Angeles Kings (35-26) visit Rogers Arena to take on the Vancouver Canucks (24-48) on Apr. 14 in Vancouver, BC. The puck drop is scheduled for 10:00 pm.
The Kings are betting favorites in this NHL hockey matchup, with the puck line sitting at -1.5 (+145).
The Kings vs. Canucks Over/Under is 6 total goals.
Kings vs. Canucks Odds, Spread, Over/Under:
Kings vs Canucks Prediction:
The winning team model predicts the Kings will win this game with 85.5% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive and defensive matchups, and recent game results.
Kings vs Canucks Spread Prediction:
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Canucks will cover the spread with 57.7% confidence.
This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performance for both teams, opening and current betting lines, plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.
NHL Odds at the BetMGM Sportsbook
Kings Best Bets & Trends
- The Los Angeles Kings have covered the 1P Puck Line in 15 of their last 20 games (+14.30 Units / 55% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Kings have hit the 1P Moneyline in 13 of their last 20 games (+8.00 Units / 31% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Kings have hit the 2P Game Total Under in 9 of their last 14 away games (+6.85 Units / 42% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Kings have covered the Puck Line in 7 of their last 9 away games (+6.15 Units / 45% ROI)
- The Los Angeles Kings have hit the Game Total Under in 10 of their last 14 away games (+5.90 Units / 40% ROI)
Canucks Best Bets & Trends
- The Vancouver Canucks have hit the 1P Moneyline in 9 of their last 20 games (+8.15 Units / 41% ROI)
- The Vancouver Canucks have hit the Game Total Over in 15 of their last 25 games (+6.15 Units / 22% ROI)
- The Vancouver Canucks have hit the 2P Game Total Over in 12 of their last 25 games at home (+5.95 Units / 20% ROI)
- The Vancouver Canucks have hit the 1P Game Total Under in 5 of their last 6 games at home (+4.60 Units / 76% ROI)
- The Vancouver Canucks have covered the 1P Puck Line in 11 of their last 15 games at home (+4.20 Units / 16% ROI)
Kings Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Kings are 30-50 against the spread this NHL season (-23.4 Units / -20.88% ROI).
- Kings are 35-45 when betting on the Moneyline for -21.3 Units /-19.73% ROI
- Kings are 36-43 when betting the Over for -10.45 Units / -11.96% ROI
- Kings are 43-36 when betting the Under for +3.35 Units /3.75% ROI
Canucks Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Canucks are 35-45 against the spread this NHL season (-30.4 Units /-23.62% ROI).
- Canucks are 24-56 when betting on the Moneyline for -24.2 Units / -28.83% ROI
- Canucks are 44-32 when betting the Over for +8.45 Units / 9.47% ROI
- Canucks are 32-44 when betting the Under for -16.05 Units / -18.28% ROI
Points Per Game Predictions for Canucks vs Kings
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Brock Boeser (VAN) | 0.5 -155 | 0.5 +115 |
| Artemi Panarin (LAK) | 1.5 +140 | 1.5 -190 |
| Alex Laferriere (LAK) | 0.5 -150 | 0.5 +115 |
| Quinton Byfield (LAK) | 0.5 -125 | 0.5 -105 |
| Adrian Kempe (LAK) | 0.5 -220 | 0.5 +160 |
Shots on Goal Predictions for Canucks vs Kings
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Brock Boeser (VAN) | 2.5 +125 | 2.5 -175 |
| Artemi Panarin (LAK) | 2.5 -140 | 2.5 +105 |
| Alex Laferriere (LAK) | 2.5 -175 | 2.5 +130 |
| Quinton Byfield (LAK) | 2.5 +125 | 2.5 -175 |
| Adrian Kempe (LAK) | 2.5 -135 | 2.5 +100 |
Kings: Keys to the Game vs. Canucks
The Kings were 39-2 (.951) when scoring 3 or more non-shootout goals last season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .754
The Kings are 34-43 (.442) this season — tied for 8th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Kings are 18-37 (.327) when tied after the second period since the start of the 2023-24 season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Kings are 19-21 (.475) when winning the xG advantage this season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .644
Canucks: Keys to the Game vs. Kings
The Canucks are 24-53 (.312) this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Canucks are 7-18 (.280) when winning the xG advantage this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .644
The Canucks are 7-20 (.259) when tied after the first period this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Canucks are 61-96 (.389) since the start of the 2024-25 season — 3rd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
Kings Offensive Stats & Trends
The Kings have recorded 12.5 shots per game while tied this season — 2nd best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 10.5
The Kings have scored on 8% of second chance opportunities in 5v5 situations this season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 14%
The Kings have 24 inner slot shots in the second period this month — tied for most among NHL Teams
The Kings scored on 10% of rush chances last season — 8th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 11%
Canucks Offensive Stats & Trends
The Canucks are 24-53 (.312) this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Canucks had 5 forecheck chances in 4v4 situations last season — tied for most among NHL Teams
The Canucks have scored on 16% of rush chances in the second period since the start of the 2023-24 season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 11%
The Canucks had 1.5 rush chances per game in the first period last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 2.0
Kings Defensive Stats & Trends
The Kings have allowed opponents to score on 8% of second chance opportunities this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 16%
The Kings have allowed 1.6 goals per game in 5v5 situations since the start of the 2024-25 season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 2.0
The Kings have allowed opponents to score on 25% of rush chances against the power play this season — highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 9%
The Kings allowed 2.66 expected goals per game last season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 3.14
Canucks Defensive Stats & Trends
The Canucks have allowed 3.8 goals per game this season — highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 3.1
The Canucks have a .690 slot save percentage in 4v4 situations since the start of the 2023-24 season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .834
The Canucks have a .879 save percentage this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .897
The Canucks have a .785 slot save percentage in the second period this season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .831
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