Sharks vs Kings statistics
Stat |
Sharks |
Kings |
Goals For per Game |
1.86 |
3.14 |
Goals Against per Game |
4.00 |
3.57 |
Shots per Game |
26.3 |
31.1 |
Shots Against per Game |
33.3 |
28.1 |
Power Play Goals |
4 |
4 |
Power Play Goals Against |
9 |
6 |
Short Handed Goals |
1 |
1 |
Short Handed Goals Against |
0 |
0 |
Penalty Minutes |
81 |
72 |
Power Play Percentage |
20.0 |
14.8 |
Penalty Kill Percentage |
74.3 |
80.0 |
Los Angeles Kings recent games
Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
10/22/24 |
@ Vegas Golden Knights |
L |
6-1 |
10/20/24 |
@ Anaheim Ducks |
W |
4-1 |
10/17/24 |
@ Montreal Canadiens |
W |
4-1 |
10/16/24 |
@ Toronto Maple Leafs |
L |
6-2 |
10/14/24 |
@ Ottawa Senators |
L |
8-7 OT |
San Jose Sharks recent games
Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
10/22/24 |
@ Anaheim Ducks |
L |
3-1 |
10/20/24 |
vs Colorado Avalanche |
L |
4-1 |
10/18/24 |
@ Winnipeg Jets |
L |
8-3 |
10/17/24 |
@ Chicago Blackhawks |
L |
4-2 |
10/15/24 |
@ Dallas Stars |
L |
3-2 SO |
Sharks vs Kings predictions
It's looking like a pivotal game for the San Jose Sharks, especially for key players like Tyler Toffoli and Mikael Granlund. Toffoli has been a standout with 4 goals for the Sharks, lighting up the scoreboard despite the team's struggles overall. Granlund, nursing a day-to-day status, leads with 6 assists. If he hits the ice, his playmaking could be just what San Jose needs to spark a turnaround. Given their pivotal roles, both could significantly impact the game's dynamics, provided they maintain their form and fitness.
Switching over to the Los Angeles Kings, Alex Laferriere and Anze Kopitar are players to watch. Laferriere, matching Toffoli's goal count, shows promise on the offensive end. Meanwhile, Kopitar, not only leading with 5 assists but also with a total of 8 points, remains crucial for the Kings. His all-round ability to influence the game both through scoring and setting up plays could prove too much for the struggling Sharks' defense to handle. These players stepping up could spell trouble for San Jose.
Given the current trajectories of both teams and considering how players like Kopitar and Laferriere are performing, the Los Angeles Kings seem poised to extend their upper hand. Los Angeles having a varying yet positive momentum this season and the Sharks experiencing a tough start creates a matchup that leans favorably towards the Kings. While hockey often surprises us, the Kings look set to capitalize on their home advantage and the Sharks' shaky form.
Los Angeles Kings injuries
- Darcy Kuemper (G): Injured Reserve
- Joel Edmundson (D): Injured Reserve
- Arthur Kaliyev (RW): Injured Reserve
- Drew Doughty (D): Injured Reserve
San Jose Sharks injuries
- Macklin Celebrini (C): Injured Reserve
- Thomas Bordeleau (C): Injured Reserve
- Shakir Mukhamadullin (D): Injured Reserve
- William Eklund (LW): Day-To-Day
- Givani Smith (RW): Day-To-Day
Sharks vs Kings game info
Venue |
crypto.com Arena |
Location |
Los Angeles, CA |
Puck drop |
Thu 10:30 PM |