The Los Angeles Kings (2-2-0) and Nashville Predators (2-2-0) meet Tuesday at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. Puck drop is scheduled for 9:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Kings vs. Predators odds, and make our expert NHL picks and predictions.
The Kings picked up a 5-4 overtime win in Detroit Monday and now face a quick turnaround down to the Music City. In the second end of a back-to-back situation, Los Angeles went 6-1-2 in the final 9 such instances from January through late April.
The Predators went overseas to Prague and swept a pair of games from the San Jose Sharks to start the season. However, since returning to North America, things have not gone well. The Preds were dropped in both ends of a home-and-home set with the Dallas Stars, getting outscored 9-2 in the process.
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Kings at Predators odds
Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:57 a.m. ET.
- Moneyline (ML): Kings +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Predators -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
- Puck line (PL)/Against the spread (ATS): Kings +1.5 (-190) | Predators -1.5 (+150)
- Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: +110 | U: -135)
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Kings at Predators projected goalies
Cal Petersen (1-0-0, 6.00 GAA, .829 SV%) vs. Juuse Saros (1-2-0, 3.08 GAA, .889 SV%)
In the second end of a back-to-back set, Petersen gets the nod. He allowed 6 goals on 35 shots in a wild 7-6 victory on the road against the Minnesota Wild.
Saros shut down the Sharks in Prague, allowing just one goal on 31 shots, he has coughed up four goals in each loss against the Stars Thursday and Saturday.
Facing L.A. might be just the elixir he needs to cure his ills. He was 2-0-0 with a 1.51 GAA and .959 SV% in 2 starts against the Kings in 2021-22.
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Kings at Predators picks and predictions
Prediction
Predators 3, Kings 2
Moneyline
The PREDATORS (-155) are moderate favorites here, and that’s coming off an absolutely atrocious weekend against the Stars. This play comes with some risk.
However, the Kings are playing their 4th game in 5 days, and this one comes after a thrilling overtime game in Detroit. There will be a letdown here, especially with the team’s backup goalie starting.
Puck line/Against the spread
The Kings +1.5 (-190) is a little on the pricey side. While I think this will be a close game, risking nearly 2 times your potential return is not a recommended play. If you like Los Angeles, just play it straight up.
PASS.
Over/Under
Take UNDER 6.5 (-135) is worth a roll of the dice here.
The Kings are in the 3rd contest of a 5-game road trip, and they’re coming off an emotional game Monday. The legs should be a little tired, and you can expect Los Angeles to be a bit sluggish.
The Predators have lit the lamp just 2 times in the past two games, and until Nashville starts showing more offense, keep hitting the Under in their games.
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