The Calgary Flames visit Crypto.com Arena to face the Los Angeles Kings tonight at 10:30 PM ET. This is the final meeting between these two Pacific Division teams this season. The Kings have solidified their playoff positioning, while the Flames aim to finish their season on a high note despite missing the playoffs this year.

 

Recent Performance

Calgary Flames (40–32–9)
Despite a recent 5-4 shootout victory over the Vegas Golden Knights, the Flames have been eliminated from playoff contention. They have shown resilience, with key players contributing significantly in recent games.

Los Angeles Kings (48–24–9)
The Kings have clinched a playoff berth and are currently second in the Pacific Division. They have been dominant at home, boasting a 31–5–4 record at Crypto.com Arena.

 

Team Records and Trends

Calgary Flames

• Overall Record: 40–32–9
• Road Record: 17-15-8
• Power Play: 21.2%
• Penalty Kill: 76.2%
• Last 10 Games: 6-1-3

 

Los Angeles Kings

• Overall Record: 48–24–9
• Home Record: 31–5–4
• Power Play: 17.6%
• Penalty Kill: 81.3%
• Last 10 Games: 8-2-0

 

Key Players to Watch

Calgary Flames

• Nazem Kadri – A veteran presence for the Flames, Kadri has been instrumental in leading the team’s offense this season with 33 goals and 32 assists. He also has 5 points in his last 5 games.
• Matt Coronato – In his 1st full season with the Flames, Coronato has been a bright spot with 6 points in his last 5 games, showcasing his potential with consistent performances.

 

Los Angeles Kings

• Kevin Fiala – With 35 goals and 25 assists Fiala continues to show his vision, speed and playmaking keeping him a lethal threat when on the ice. Tonight he will have an elevated role with the team resting some of their top guys.
• Anze Kopitar – The captain continues to lead by example, contributing 21 goals and 46 assists and playing key minutes in all situations. He will suit up while the rest of his top players get the night off… Kopitar is a true captain, he will end the season 1 game shy of 82.

 

Injury Report

Calgary Flames

• Joel Hanley – Out
• Jake Bean – Out
• Martin Pospisill – Out
• Jonathan Huberdeau – Out
• Rasmus Andersson – Out
• Kevin Rooney – Out
• Connor Zary – Day-to-Day

 

Los Angeles Kings

• Trevor Moore – Resting
• Phillip Danault – Resting
• Adrian Kempe – Resting
• Drew Doughty – Resting
• Tanner Jannot – Out
• Mikey Anderson – Day-to-Day

 

Goaltending Matchup

Calgary Flames

• Dan Vladar – Confirmed starter. Vladar has appeared in limited action this season due to the emerging rookie goaltender Dustin Wolf, but Vladar brings experience and size in goal. He’ll look to end the year strong and make his case heading into the offseason. He carries an 11-11-6 record in 29 games with a goals against average of 2.86 and a save percentage of .895 this season.

 

Los Angeles Kings

• Darcy Kuemper – Confirmed to start on home ice he leads the way with a 31-11-7 record in 50 games with a goals against average of 2.02 and a save percentage of .921 this season. A dependable presence in net as the Kings gear up for the 1st round matchup with the Edmonton Oilers in the 1st round of the playoffs for the 4th straight year.

 

Game Outlook

The Kings are aiming to keep the momentum going as they prepare for the postseason. Expect a laid back but offensive atmosphere, with Calgary looking to play spoiler on L.A’s notorious home ice record this season. We will see how they test LA’s depth and composure. If the Kings stick to their structured game and capitalize on special teams, they should be in a strong position to close out the season strong on home ice.

 

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