Dallas Stars (37-19-2) vs Los Angeles Kings (31-17-8)
Game Info: Friday, February 28, 2025 at 8:00 pm (American Airlines Center)
The Line: Betting Odds: Dallas Stars -142 / Los Angeles Kings +120 — Over/Under: 5.5
In this article, we will formulate a Kings vs Stars prediction for this NHL game on Friday, February 28th at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this NHL matchup.
Los Angeles Kings Betting Preview
The Los Angeles Kings are 31-17-8 this year after they lost to Vancouver in overtime by a score of 3-2 in their last game. Los Angeles trailed 2-0 after the second period, but they were able to tie the game in the third, before losing in overtime. The Kings outshot Vancouver by a total of 26-17, won 50.9% of the face-offs, and went 0-4 on the power play in the game. Los Angeles got goals from Foegele and Kempe, while Rittich stopped 14 out of 17 shots in the game.
Prior to that loss, the Kings defeated the Golden Knights by a score of 5-2 and the Hockey Club by a score of 5-3. Los Angeles has won five of their last seven games and they are currently third in the Pacific standings with 70 points. Los Angeles has scored 2.89 goals per game and they have allowed 2.54 goals against per game, while also going 15.2% on the power play and 81.8% on the penalty kill this season. Adrian Kempe has led Los Angeles with 26 goals, 23 assists, and 168 shots on goal, while Anze Kopitar has added 13 goals, 33 assists, and 71 shots on goal. Darcy Kuemper is 18-6-6 with a 2.21 goals against average and a .918 save percentage this year.
Dallas Stars Betting Preview
The Dallas Stars are 37-19-2 this season after they lost to Columbus by a score of 6-4 in their last game. Dallas trailed 4-1 in the second period, but they did cut the deficit to just one on two separate occasions, but couldn’t find the tying goal. The Stars were outshot by a total of 29-22, won 52.8% of the face-offs, and went 0-3 on the power play in the game. Dallas got goals from Benn, Bourque, Hintz, and Robertson, while Oettinger stopped 23 out of 28 shots in the loss.
Prior to that game, the Stars defeated the Islanders by a score of 4-3 and the Devils by a score of 4-2. Dallas has won three of their last four games and they are currently second in the Central standings with 76 points. Dallas has scored 3.31 goals per game and they have allowed 2.57 goals against per game, while also going 20.2% on the power play and 85.2% on the penalty kill this season. Matt Duchene has led Dallas with 23 goals, 36 assists, and 108 shots on goal, while Jason Robertson has added 24 goals, 32 assists, and 163 shots on goal. Jake Oettinger is 27-13-2 with a 2.43 goals against average and a .909 save percentage this season.
Why the Stars will beat the Kings
- The Kings have lost each of their last five night games at American Airlines Center.
- The Stars have won each of their last four home games against Pacific Division opponents.
- The Stars have covered the puck line in each of their last five games following a road loss.
- The Kings have failed to cover the puck line in each of their last three games at American Airlines Center.
- The Kings have lost the third period in six of their last seven games as road underdogs against Western Conference opponents when tied after the second period.
Total Goals Facts
- Each of the Stars’ last five games has gone OVER the total goals line.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in each of the Stars’ last five games following a road loss.
- The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 3′ market has hit in each of the Kings’ last five road games.
Dallas Stars Player Prop Facts
- Jason Robertson has scored at least one goal in each of the Stars’ last four home games against Pacific Division opponents.
- Wyatt Johnston has recorded at least one assist in seven of the Stars’ last eight games at American Airlines Center.
- Wyatt Johnston has recorded at least one point in each of the Stars’ last 10 games at American Airlines Center.
Los Angeles Kings Player Prop Facts
- Kevin Fiala has scored at least one goal in four of his last five appearances at American Airlines Center.
- Trevor Moore has recorded at least one assist in four of the Kings’ last five games as road underdogs against Central Division opponents.
- Anze Kopitar has recorded at least one point in 11 of the Kings’ last 12 games against Central Division opponents.
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Kings vs Stars Prediction
Los Angeles comes into this matchup after picking up a very rare home loss in their last game, but they will be on the road for this game. The Kings are just 12-14-5 on the road this year, while the Stars are 20-7-1 at home. Los Angeles has been elite on home ice this season, but they have had their struggles on the road. Dallas has won three of their last four games and they are coming off of a lengthy road trip. Both of these teams have been very good defensively this season, but Dallas has been the better offensive team and I don’t trust the Kings away from home. Take the Stars to get the win here.