NHL Frozen Frenzy: Predictions and Odds for Kings vs Golden Knights Game on October 22nd

• Kings vs Knights is the final game of the Tuesday NHL Frozen Frenzy
• Our Kings vs Golden Knights prediction is concentrating on the game total
• Read below for Kings vs Knights prediction, picks and odds for Tuesday’s NHL game

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The LA Kings (3-1-2) wrap up their season-opening seven-game road trip with a visit to T-Mobile Arena to face the Vegas Golden Knights (3-2-1) on Tuesday night. This late-night Pacific Division showdown caps off the NHL’s Frozen Frenzy, with puck drop set for 11:00 PM ET on ESPN.

The latest Kings vs Golden Knights odds favor the home team, with the over/under now set at 5.5. We have locked in a wager on the game total for tonight’s action.

Here is our Kings vs Golden Knights prediction for Tuesday’s NHL Frozen Frenzy game.

Kings vs Golden Knights Prediction

While both teams boast snipers, I’m leaning towards the under 6 goals (-140) in this matchup. The Kings have tightened up defensively in their last two games, allowing just two goals total. Vegas, despite their offensive firepower, has struggled to find the back of the net consistently during their three-game losing streak.

David Rittich is expected to start for the Kings, and he’s been solid in his last two outings, posting a 2.00 GAA. The Golden Knights will counter with Ilya Samsonov, who has a .921 save percentage in his first two starts with VGK. Moreover, Samsonov was 13-4 on home ice last season.

🎥 Head Coach Bruce Cassidy confirms that Ilya Samsonov will start in net for Tuesday’s game against the Kings. pic.twitter.com/YR6hf4N6UQ

— Vegas Golden Knights (@GoldenKnights) October 22, 2024

Both teams will be eager to clean up their defensive play, and with the late start time potentially impacting scoring, I see this as a lower-scoring affair than the oddsmakers predict. The Kings’ fatigue from their long road trip could also play a factor, as they may opt for a more conservative game plan.

These two teams played twice at T-Mobile Arena last season, with each game falling under the total. LA is on a remarkable 52-36 run to the “Under” over the past several years. I expect them to try to slow this game down, take the crowd out of it, and cash the under for bettors in the process.

This line has dropped from 6 to 5.5 at most sportsbooks, which indicates where the big money is going. However, DraftKings still has 6 available in the alternative total options at -140. I think this is still a fair price, but I wouldn’t play below -150.

LA-VGK Pick:

• Under 6 (-140 at DK)

LA vs Vegas Odds

The Golden Knights enter this matchup as the favorites, with the moneyline set at -128. This means that a $128 bet on Vegas would yield a $100 profit if they emerge victorious. On the flip side, the Kings are underdogs at +107, meaning a $100 bet would net a $107 profit if they pull off the upset.

The puck line is set at -1.5 for the Golden Knights (+180) and +1.5 for the Kings (-210). A bet on the Knights -1.5 would require them to win by two or more goals, while a Kings +1.5 bet would cash if they either win outright or lose by a single goal.

The over/under for total goals scored is set at 5.5, with the over at -125 and the under at +105. This suggests oddsmakers expect a low-scoring battle.

Odds as of Oct. 22 at ESPN Bet. Bet on NHL Frozen Frenzy games with the latest ESPN Bet promo.

NHL Injury Report

Injuries could play a significant role in this matchup, particularly for the Kings. They’ll be without key defenseman Drew Doughty and promising winger Arthur Kaliyev, both of whom are on injured reserve. Backup goaltender Darcy Kuemper is also questionable with a lower-body injury.

The Golden Knights are missing some depth pieces but could welcome back top-six center William Karlsson, who is questionable after missing the last game with an undisclosed injury. Winger Victor Olofsson remains out with a lower-body issue.

Team	Player	Position	Injury	Status
Kings	Drew Doughty	D	Ankle	IR
Kings	Arthur Kaliyev	RW	Collarbone	IR
Kings	Darcy Kuemper	G	Lower Body	Questionable
Golden Knights	William Karlsson	C	Undisclosed	Questionable
Golden Knights	Victor Olofsson	RW	Lower Body	OUT

The absence of the offensive-minded Doughty on the Kings’ blue line and potentially Karlsson from Vegas’ forward group could contribute to a tighter, more defensive-minded game from both sides.

The NHL Frozen Frenzy continues as the Los Angeles Kings face off against the Vegas Golden Knights on October 22nd. Both teams are coming off strong performances in their previous games and are looking to continue their winning streaks.

The Kings have been playing solid hockey so far this season, with a record of 3-1-0. They have been getting strong performances from their top players, including Anze Kopitar and Drew Doughty. The Kings have also been getting solid goaltending from Jonathan Quick, who has been a key factor in their early success.

On the other hand, the Golden Knights have had a bit of a slow start to the season, with a record of 1-4-0. However, they are a talented team with plenty of firepower on offense, led by players like Mark Stone and Max Pacioretty. The Golden Knights will be looking to turn things around and get back on track with a win against the Kings.

In terms of predictions and odds for this game, it’s shaping up to be a close matchup. The Kings have been playing well and have the advantage of playing at home, but the Golden Knights have the talent to pull off an upset. As of now, the odds are fairly even for both teams, with the Kings slightly favored to win.

Ultimately, this game could go either way and it will likely come down to which team can execute their game plan better on the ice. Both teams have the potential to come out on top, so it should be an exciting game for fans to watch. Be sure to tune in on October 22nd to see who comes out on top in this NHL Frozen Frenzy matchup.