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Los Angeles Kings vs Ottawa Senators Betting Preview
Los Angeles brings a three-game win streak into Ottawa after a 4-3 overtime win in Toronto. Quinton Byfield scored in OT, his second straight game-winner, and the Kings again showed strong composure on the road. They are 8-1-2 away from home and have won five straight on the road.
Ottawa enters with a seven-game point streak after beating Boston 5-3. Tim Stützle led the way with two goals and an assist. Claude Giroux and Shane Pinto added scoring depth, and the Senators improved to 6-2-2 at home. This is the end of their homestand before a long trip west.
The Kings have taken seven of the past nine meetings. Both teams sit at 9-5-4, making this one of the more balanced matchups on the Saturday board. For full board context, check the NHL odds page
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Line Movement and Odds
Opening numbers: Senators -115, total 5.5.
Current market: Ottawa -113, Kings -106, total 5.5 flat.
Sharp money has leaned to the under after early over action. Public splits show more tickets on Los Angeles, but higher-value wagers on Ottawa. The puck line has tightened, with Ottawa -1.5 +215 holding through Friday night.
Matchup Breakdown
Kings Outlook
Los Angeles continues to drive play at even strength. They rank sixth in shots on goal and sit top-10 in high-danger creation. Byfield and Adrian Kempe pace the attack. Darcy Kuemper should start after making 12 saves on limited Toronto volume. Los Angeles allows the eighth-fewest goals per game, helped by strong defensive structure off the rush.
Senators Outlook
Ottawa has climbed thanks to special-teams production. They rank fifth in power-play goals and sit top-six in total hits, giving them a physical edge at home. Stützle has pushed the pace, and Claude Giroux continues to stabilize the top six. Ottawa has won four of five as a home underdog.
Key Battle
Ottawa’s slot-coverage issues vs the Kings’ cycle pressure. Los Angeles generates long possession shifts, and Ottawa must win net-front battles they often struggle with late in games.
Injuries and Conditions
Los Angeles Kings
- Warren Foegele, out, upper body
Full details: Los Angeles Kings injury report
Ottawa Senators
- Thomas Chabot, out, upper body
- Nick Jensen, questionable, upper body
- Brady Tkachuk, out, wrist
Full details: Ottawa Senators injury report
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Best Bets and Prediction
The Kings have hit the under in seven of their last ten. Ottawa has trended over, but their recent success has come from better structure, not track-meet play. Both teams defend well inside the dots.
Projected score: Senators 3, Kings 2.
Best Bet: Under 5.5.
Secondary Lean: Senators moneyline.
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