The Los Angeles Kings (17-6-4) travel to face off against the San Jose Sharks (9-19-3) on Tuesday, December 19th. This game will be played at SAP Center in San Jose. The Kings are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Sharks are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Avalanche. Puck drop is set for 10:30 ET.

Los Angeles Kings vs San Jose Sharks

The Los Angeles Kings Are Coming Off A Win

In their 27 games, the Kings have a 17-6-4 record this season. While playing at their home arena, they have a 5-5-3 record, and their record on the road is 12-1-1. In the Western Pacific division, they are currently 3rd, and in the Western conference, they come into the game sitting 6th. Los Angeles heads into the game with 12 wins by more than one goal, and lost five games by multiple goals. Their overall puck line record this season is 15-12.

Facing the Kraken in their last game, the Kings won by a score of 3-2. Scoring-wise, the Kings put up one goal during the first period and one time in the second period. Of Los Angeles’ three goals, one came while in power play. They ended the game with 38 shots on goal and had six giveaways.

Although Los Angeles secured a straight-up win, they did not cover the puck line, as they were favored by -1.5. The game ended below the over/under line of 6, with a combined total of 5 goals.

The San Jose Sharks Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

This season, the Sharks have an overall record of 9-19-3. On the road, San Jose holds a 3-13-1 mark, and they are 6-6-2 when playing at home. In the Western Pacific division, they are currently 8th, and in the Western conference, they come into the game sitting 15th. San Jose’s average scoring margin for the season is -1.9, resulting in an overall puck line record of 14-17. When playing at home their scoring margin is -1.4, whereas in away games, they are at -2.2.

Coming off a 6-2 loss on the road to the Avalanche, the Sharks are hoping to bounce back today. During the first period, the Sharks started slow, but they turned things around by scoring one time in the second period and one goal in the third. The team’s two goals came when they were in power play. Overall, they took 27 shots on goal and had 5 giveaways.

Coming in as the underdog, San Jose not only lost straight-up but also failed to cover the puck line. The combined total of 8 goals exceeded the over/under line, which was set at 6 goals for the game.

Los Angeles Offense Breakdown

For their offensive performance, the Kings come in averaging 3.6 goals per game this season, which is 12th in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 23rd in the league. Los Angeles’ offense is currently ranked 19th in power play goals. When it comes to shorthanded goals, they are 10th in the league.

The Kings’ over/under record this season is 11-16-0. For the season, they have had 13 games failing to surpass this game’s over/under line of 6. Overall, their games are averaging 6.1 goals per game.

San Jose Offense Breakdown

For their offensive performance, the Sharks come in averaging 2.1 goals per game this season, which is 32nd in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 30th in the league. This year, the Sharks have recorded a 1-0 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. For games with fewer shots on goal, they have 8-19 record.

The Sharks’ over/under record this season is 12-17-2. For the season, they have had 16 games failing to surpass this game’s over/under line of 6. Overall, their games are averaging 6.1 goals per game.

Los Angeles Team Defense

Defensively, the Kings are currently 32nd in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 26.6 shots per game against Los Angeles. They also are 6th in shutouts, coming in with 3 shutouts.

San Jose Team Defense

The Sharks’ defense comes into the game with a ranking of 20th in takeaways and an average of 6.1 takeaways per contest. They hold 1st place in the NHL for goals allowed, with an average of 3.8 goals given up per game.

Kings vs Sharks Trends

• Through their last five road contests, the Kings offense has averaged 2 goals per game while allowing an average of 2. Los Angeles posted an overall record of 3-2 while going 1-4 ATS.
• In their last three home games, San Jose has averaged 2 goals per game while allowing 4. The team’s record in this stretch was 0-3 while going 2-1.
• In their last five games as the betting underdog, the Sharks have a straight up record of 2-3 and an puck line mark of 4-1.
• Going back to their previous ten games as the favorite, Los Angeles has an puck line mark of 5-5 while going 7-3 straight up.

Kings vs Sharks Prediction

If you’re looking for a straight moneyline bet, then the Kings are the way to go. However, with a payout of -249, you might consider using this bet as a leg of a parlay.

If you’re looking for my recommendation on the puck line, I suggest taking the Sharks to cover. Even if the Kings manage to win outright, this game is expected to remain competitive, and the Sharks should cover the puck line.

If you’re looking at the over/under line set at 6 goals, our prediction is that this game will exceed that mark, and we strongly advise placing a bet on the over.

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