Golden Knights vs. Kings: NHL Betting Odds, Picks & Predictions (Tuesday)
The NHL returns after a three-day hiatus. We’re set for a 12-game slate tonight, with a few marquee matchups leading the way. The Capitals take on the Rangers, the Wild square off against the Jets, and the Oilers and Flames face off in another edition of the Battle of Alberta. Let’s dive into my top three bets on the ice tonight. And here’s a closer look at Golden Knights vs. Kings.
Odds courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook
Golden Knights vs. Kings: NHL Betting Odds, Picks & Predictions (Tuesday)
Out west, the Kings continue to shock the hockey masses as they’re currently 19-12-6 (44 points) and looking up at only the Golden Knights (49 points) in the Pacific Division. The big question regarding Los Angeles is whether or not their style of play is sustainable. If the playoffs started today, the Kings would be the only team in the 16-team bracket with a negative goal differential (-7). The next closest team is Calgary at +1. They’ll look to narrow the gap tonight in this divisional showdown set for 10:30 p.m. ET from L.A.
The oddsmakers see this game as a coin flip, and I’ll gladly ride with the Golden Knights in a pick ‘em. While you think Los Angeles would be stellar defensively due to their low goal differential, that’s not the case at all. The Kings currently rank 27th in overall defense (3.35 opposing gpg) and penalty killing (71.54%). This team is fraudulent, in my opinion. Their 44 points reflect how down the Pacific is, as opposed to them actually being a contending team. I’m going to take the Golden Knights to get the win tonight and put some distance between themselves and the rest of the Pacific.
Bet: Vegas Golden Knights Moneyline (-105 via DraftKings)
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