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Los Angeles Kings vs Chicago Blackhawks Prediction 3/3/25 NHL Picks
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Chicago Blackhawks (18-35-7) vs Los Angeles Kings (31-19-8)
March 3, 2025 at 08:30 PM EST
The Line: Betting Odds: Chicago Blackhawks +200 / Los Angeles Kings -245 — Over/Under: 5.5
In this article, we will formulate a Kings vs Blackhawks prediction for this NHL game on Monday, March 3rd at United Center in Chicago, IL. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this NHL matchup.
Los Angeles Kings Betting Preview
The Los Angeles Kings (31-19-8, 27-31 ATS) played well in February after winning five out of seven games, but now are on a three-game losing skid. The Kings conceded 13 goals in defeats to the Canucks, Stars, and Blues, and this duel in Chicago will end their three-game road trip. Los Angeles is 3rd in the Pacific Division Standings with 70 points, four behind the Oilers and eight behind the leaders Golden Knights. The Kings will take on the Blues (b2b set), Golden Knights, and Islanders after this game.Â
The Kings average 2.84 goals per game this year (20th), while they allow 2.62 GPG (5th). Adrian Kempe leads the team with 49 points (26 G and 23 A). Anze Kopitar contributes 47 points (13 G and 34 A), while Kevin Fiala has 39 points (24 G and 15 A).
Darcy Kuemper (18-7-6) will likely take his place between the sticks for the Kings at the goal on Monday against the Blackhawks. The 34-year-old is allowing 2.33 goals per game this year with a .914 SV% and two shutouts. The Kings will take on the Blues (b2b set), Golden Knights, and Islanders after this game.
Chicago Blackhawks Betting Preview
The Chicago Blackhawks (18-35-7, 32-28 ATS) are still one of the worst teams in the NHL. They failed to record consecutive victories for more than two months and have a chance in this one after previously defeating the Anaheim Ducks. Prior to that win, the Blackhawks were on a five-game losing run. Chicago is back home from a three-game road trip and will stay home for the next three. The Blackhawks are at the bottom of the Central Division Standings with 43 points, six behind the Nashville Predators. The Blackhawks will play against the Senators following this one.
The Blackhawks score 2.72 goals per game on average (28th), while they concede 3.52 GPG (30th). This season, Connor Bedard leads the team with 49 points (16 G and 33 A). Teuvo Teravainen has 46 points (14 G and 32 A), while Ryan Donato chips in with 43 points (21 G and 22 A).
Arvid Soderblom (8-15-5) is expected to start for the Blackhawks at the goal on Monday against the Kings. The 25-year-old is allowing 3.02 goals per game this year with a .906 SV% and no shutouts.Â
Why the Kings will beat the Blackhawks
- The Blackhawks have lost 14 of their last 16 night games following a road win.
- The Kings have won four of their last five night games against the Blackhawks following a road loss.
- The road team has covered the puck line in three of the Blackhawks’ last four games.
- The Blackhawks have lost the third period in seven of their last eight games as underdogs when tied after the second period.
Why the Blackhawks will beat the Kings
- The Kings have lost each of their last three games as road favorites.
- The home team has won four of the Kings’ last five games.
- The Kings have failed to cover the puck line in six of their last seven games as road favorites against Western Conference opponents.
- The Blackhawks have covered the puck line in five of their last six games as underdogs against Western Conference opponents.
- The Blackhawks have won the third period in four of their last five home games against the Kings following a road win.
Total Goals Facts
- Each of the Blackhawks’ last six night games against Pacific Division opponents has gone OVER the total goals line.
- Five of the Kings’ last six games as road favorites following a road loss have gone OVER the total goals line.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Kings’ last eight games as favorites against Central Division opponents.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in eight of the Blackhawks’ last nine home games against Western Conference opponents.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Chicago Blackhawks rank 6th in the league in power play percentage this season (26.24%).
- The Chicago Blackhawks rank 8th in the league in penalty kill percentage this season (81.14%).
- The Los Angeles Kings rank 2nd in the league for shots against per game this season (25.6).
- The Los Angeles Kings are one of only two teams to lose 10+ games when tied after Period 2 this season.
Kings vs Blackhawks Prediction
I’m aware the Kings have one of the best defenses in the NHL, but they did allow 13 goals in the last three games. The Blackhawks’ previous two games produced 21 goals and they conceded 5+ goals in four of the past six games. Each of the last three H2H duels provided 7+ goals, and I believe we will have a similar scenario here. It’s going to be an interesting game to watch with plenty of goals. Go with Over.
