The San Jose Sharks (23-19-3) face the Detroit Red Wings (28-16-4) in an interconference clash between two teams trending in opposite directions. Ranked 4th in the Pacific Division, the Sharks are coming off a 7-2 home loss to Vegas but have shown resilience with a 6-4-0 record in their last 10, while the Atlantic’s 2nd-place Red Wings seek to rebound from a 3-0 shutout loss to Boston. This marks the second meeting this season, with Detroit winning 3-2 in a shootout on November 2, 2025. With the Sharks dealing with multiple injuries and the Red Wings healthy, expect a defensive tilt favoring Detroit’s goaltending and home edge, potentially leading to a low-scoring affair.

Venue Location

Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, Michigan. This 20,000-capacity venue is the Red Wings’ home, known for its modern design and passionate crowd.

Puckdrop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET (4:00 p.m. PT / 6:00 p.m. CT / 5:00 p.m. MT). The game will be broadcast on NHL Network, with regional coverage on NBC Sports Bay Area and Fanduel Sports Network. Streaming available via ESPN+ and Fubo (regional restrictions apply).

Recent Team Forms

The Sharks are 6-4-0 in their last 10 games, showing offensive improvement but defensive lapses. They recently lost 7-2 at home to Vegas (Jan. 14) but had won two prior, including 4-3 OT over Edmonton (Jan. 13). Scoring ~3.2-3.7 GPG in the stretch while allowing ~3.6-4.2, they’ve leaned on power plays (20.89% season rate) in wins but struggle with shot efficiency.

The Red Wings are 6-3-1 in their last 10, with solid defense but recent offensive dips. They were shut out 3-0 on the road by Boston (Jan. 14) but had strong outings like a 4-3 SO win over Pittsburgh (Jan. 13). Averaging ~2.9-3.1 GPG while allowing ~2.2-3.1, they excel in power plays (24.34%, 3rd in NHL) and shots faced.

Injury Report

Injuries could slow the Sharks’ offense, while the Red Wings enter healthy.

Sharks Key Injuries:

Shakir Mukhamadullin (D): IR – Upper Body (Expected return: Jan. 20).

Will Smith (C): IR – Upper Body (Day-to-day; expected Jan. 15-20).

Philipp Kurashev (C): IR – Upper Body (Not traveling; expected Jan. 20).

Vincent Desharnais (D): IR – Upper Body (Expected to travel; Jan. 20).

Ty Dellandrea (C): Out – Lower Body (Feb. 4).

Logan Couture (C): IR – Groin (Sep. 2026).

Carey Price (G): LTIR – Knee (Sep. 2026).

Red Wings Key Injuries:

No injuries reported.

Key

Player Matchups

Injuries shift dynamics, focusing on available stars:

Macklin Celebrini (Sharks C) vs. Dylan Larkin (Red Wings C): Celebrini’s playmaking (70 points, 24 goals) faces Larkin’s leadership (high shot volume, 3.3 shots/game). Celebrini’s 45% chance of a point could exploit gaps if Detroit’s defense falters.

William Eklund (Sharks LW) vs. Lucas Raymond (Red Wings RW): Eklund’s speed tests Raymond’s scoring (49 points, 35 assists). Raymond’s 59% chance of a point could dominate if Sharks’ injuries limit transitions.

Dmitry Orlov (Sharks D) vs. Alex DeBrincat (Red Wings LW): Orlov’s stability vs. DeBrincat’s goals (24). DeBrincat’s finishing could target Sharks’ defensive lapses.

Bench Battle: Igor Chernyshov/Sharks reserves vs. Moritz Seider/Red Wings depth: Chernyshov’s energy vs. Seider’s all-around play. Red Wings’ healthy bench could wear down injury-hit Sharks.

Series History

The Red Wings lead the all-time series 77-53 in 134 regular-season games, with a 44-29-3-2 home edge. In the last 10 meetings, Detroit is 5-4-1, including a 3-2 shootout win on November 2, 2025. The Sharks won 5-4 on November 18, 2024, but Detroit has dominated recent home games (3-2 in last 5). Overs have hit in 5 of the last 10 matchups.

Betting Trends

Puck Line: Sharks 24-24 ATS overall, 10-12 as road underdogs. Red Wings 25-23 ATS, 16-9 at home.

Moneyline: Detroit wins ~65% as favorites; San Jose ~40% as underdogs.

Over/Under: Sharks games hit over in 23 of 45 (51%); Red Wings in 23 of 48 (48%). Recent trends: Overs in 6 of Red Wings’ last 10; unders in 5 of Sharks’ last 7 road games.

Other Trends: Sharks 14-59 (-32.4 units) moneyline revenging a loss as home favorite; Red Wings 49-51 (+11.2 units) vs. teams with winning records; Sharks 25-18 under vs. marginal winning teams (51-60% win pct.).

Game Odds

San Jose Sharks                6.5

Detroit Red Wings           – 218

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, January 15, 2026

The Florida Panthers (24-18-3) travel to face the Carolina Hurricanes (28-15-4) in a Metropolitan-Atlantic clash between two playoff hopefuls. Sitting seventh in the Atlantic, the Panthers are coming off back-to-back wins but remain inconsistent on the road, while the top-ranked Hurricanes in the Metropolitan look to rebound from a shutout loss with their elite home defense. This marks the third meeting this season, with the Panthers winning both prior games (4-3 SO on Dec. 20, 2025, and 5-2 on Dec. 23, 2025). Key storylines include Carolina’s rebounding prowess and Florida’s injury challenges, potentially leading to a low-scoring, physical battle favoring the Hurricanes’ depth.

Venue Location

Lenovo Center, Raleigh, North Carolina. This 18,680-capacity arena is the Hurricanes’ home, known for its raucous crowd and strong home-ice advantage.

Puckdrop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. ET (4:00 p.m. PT / 6:00 p.m. CT). The game airs nationally on NHL Network, with regional coverage on SNO, TVAS, FDSNSO, and SCRIPPS. Streaming available via ESPN+ and NHL.TV (regional restrictions apply).

Recent Team Forms

The Panthers are 5-4-1 in their last 10 games, showing offensive flashes but defensive vulnerabilities. They edged the Buffalo Sabres 4-3 (Jan. 12) with A.J. Greer’s two goals and beat the Ottawa Senators 3-2 (Jan. 10) thanks to Gustav Forsling’s contributions. Losses include a 5-1 defeat to the New York Rangers (Jan. 7) and 6-2 to the Philadelphia Flyers (Jan. 8). Averaging 3.1 goals per game (GPG) recently, they’ve allowed ~3.4, with strong power plays (20%) but penalty kill issues (~78%).

The Hurricanes are 5-4-1 in their last 10, dominant at home but inconsistent overall. They fell 3-0 to the St. Louis Blues (Jan. 13) in their first shutout but rallied for a 4-3 OT win over the Detroit Red Wings (Jan. 12) and 3-2 vs. the Seattle Kraken (Jan. 10). Wins include 5-2 over the Anaheim Ducks (Jan. 8) and 6-3 vs. the Dallas Stars (Jan. 6). Averaging 3.2 GPG, they’ve conceded ~3.1, leading the league in shots (32 per game) and possession.

Injury Report

Both teams are dealing with key absences, which could slow the pace and emphasize depth players.

Panthers Key Injuries:

Brad Marchand (LW): Day-to-day (undisclosed) – Missed recent games; game-time decision impacts scoring.

Seth Jones (D): IR (upper body) – Out until at least Jan. 31; major defensive loss.

Jonah Gadjovich (LW): IR (undisclosed) – Out until Feb. 26; depth forward sidelined.

Cole Schwindt (C): IR (undisclosed) – Out until Jan. 17; minimal impact.

Matthew Tkachuk (LW): Day-to-day/IR-NR (groin/sports hernia) – Practicing but questionable; star forward’s return looms.

Hurricanes Key Injuries:

Charles-Alexis Legault (D): Out (hand) – Extended absence hurts blue-line depth.

Jaccob Slavin (D): Day-to-day (undisclosed) – Key defender uncertain after recent return.

William Carrier (LW): Day-to-day (lower body/illness) – Game-time decision; adds physicality.

Shayne Gostisbehere (D): Day-to-day (illness) – Power-play specialist questionable.

With Tkachuk and Marchand potentially limited, Florida relies on Sam Reinhart; Carolina’s blue line could be thin without Slavin and Legault.

Key

Player Matchups

Injuries shift focus to available stars in this defensive-minded matchup:

Sam Reinhart (Panthers C) vs. Sebastian Aho (Hurricanes C): Reinhart’s scoring (0.55 GPG, high point probability) faces Aho’s playmaking. Reinhart’s recent multi-point games could exploit Carolina’s blue-line injuries.

Anton Lundell (Panthers C) vs. Andrei Svechnikov (Hurricanes RW): Lundell’s two-way play (recent go-ahead goals) vs. Svechnikov’s shots (~2.8 per game). Svechnikov’s physicality could test Florida’s depth.

Sergei Bobrovsky (Panthers G) vs. Frederik Andersen (Hurricanes G): Bobrovsky (.913 SV%) in a bounce-back spot vs. Andersen (.914 SV%). Andersen’s edge at home could be key against Florida’s shots.

Bench Battle: Carter Verhaeghe/Panthers reserves vs. Seth Jarvis/Hurricanes depth: Verhaeghe’s assists vs. Jarvis’ goals (~21 this season). Carolina’s possession could wear down Florida’s injured lineup.

Series History

The Hurricanes lead the all-time series 74-61-11-3 in regular season, with a 40-29-3-3 home edge. However, the Panthers have dominated recently, winning 7 of the last 10 (including 2-0 this season). In playoffs, Florida holds an 8-1 advantage, sweeping Carolina in the 2023 ECF (4-0) and winning in five in 2025. Overs have hit in 6 of the last 10 matchups.

Betting Trends

Puck Line: Hurricanes are 18-29 ATS overall but 9-16 as home favorites. Panthers are 17-28 ATS, 10-9 as road underdogs.

Moneyline: Carolina wins ~80% as favorites; Florida ~45% as underdogs.

Over/Under: Hurricanes games hit over in 29 of 47 (62%); Panthers in 25 of 45 (56%). Recent trends: Overs in 6 of Hurricanes’ last 10; unders in 5 of Panthers’ last 7 road games.

Other Trends: Hurricanes 16-9 ATS at home; Panthers cover 55% after wins. Carolina 7-3 ATS vs. Atlantic teams; overs in 60% of recent head-to-heads.

Game Odds

Florida Panthers               5.5

Carolina Hurricanes        – 162

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, January 15, 2026

The Tampa Bay Lightning (29-13-3) face the St. Louis Blues (18-21-8) in an interconference matchup at Enterprise Center. Riding an NHL-best 11-game winning streak, the Lightning sit atop the Eastern Conference and aim to extend their dominance, while the Blues, mired in a three-game home skid before a recent shutout win, look to build momentum amid injuries. This is the third and final meeting this season, with Tampa Bay sweeping the first two (4-1 on Dec. 22, 2025, and 3-1 on Dec. 19, 2025). Expect a defensive battle, with Lightning goaltending potentially overwhelming St. Louis’ depleted offense.

Venue Location

Enterprise Center, St. Louis, Missouri. This 18,096-capacity arena is the Blues’ home, known for its passionate fans and strong acoustics.

Puckdrop is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET (5:00 p.m. PT / 7:00 p.m. CT). The game will be streamed on ESPN+.

Recent Team Forms

The Lightning are 10-0-0 in their last 10 games, on an 11-game win streak with elite offense and goaltending. Recent wins include a 2-1 SO at PIT (Jan. 13), 5-1 vs. PHI (Jan. 12), 7-2 at PHI (Jan. 10), 4-2 vs. COL (Jan. 6), and 7-3 at SJS (Jan. 3). They’ve averaged 4.5 GPG while allowing ~2.0, with strong special teams (25% PP, ~85% PK).

The Blues are 3-6-1 in their last 10, showing defensive improvements but offensive struggles. They snapped a three-game skid with a 3-0 shutout vs. CAR (Jan. 13) but lost 4-2 at VGK (Jan. 10) and 4-2 at UTA (Jan. 9). Averaging ~2.2 GPG and allowing ~3.4, they’ve leaned on goaltending in wins but falter in high-shot games.

Injury Report

Injuries could limit scoring, favoring unders.

Lightning Key Injuries:

Brayden Point (C): Out (lower body) – Week-to-week; major offensive loss.

Ryan McDonagh (D): Out (undisclosed) – IR; defensive depth hit.

Victor Hedman (D): Out (elbow) – IR; expected back February; blue-line anchor absent.

Scott Sabourin (RW): Out (undisclosed) – IR; minimal impact.

Emil Lilleberg (D): Out (undisclosed) – IR; young defender sidelined.

Blues Key Injuries:

Robert Thomas (C): Out (lower body) – IR; re-evaluated in two weeks; team points leader (33 points) missing.

Mathieu Joseph (RW): Out (elbow) – IR; speed forward absent.

Dylan Holloway (LW): Out (ankle) – IR; young contributor sidelined.

Pius Suter (C): Out (ankle) – IR; depth center out.

Philip Broberg (D): Day-to-day (concussion) – Practiced; could play but uncertain.

With Point and Thomas out, both offenses rely on depth; Lightning’s streak continues despite absences.

Key

Player Matchups

Injuries force reliance on stars like Kucherov and Kyrou in this potential low-scoring tilt:

Nikita Kucherov (Lightning RW) vs. Jordan Kyrou (Blues C): Kucherov’s scoring (high usage, 1.2 PPG recently) tests Kyrou’s speed (0.45 GPG). Kucherov’s multi-point streaks could exploit Blues’ injuries.

Jake Guentzel (Lightning LW) vs. Pavel Buchnevich (Blues RW): Guentzel’s playmaking faces Buchnevich’s two-way game. Buchnevich’s recent contributions could counter if Thomas’ absence shifts lines.

Andrei Vasilevskiy (Lightning G) vs. Jordan Binnington (Blues G): Vasilevskiy (.930 SV% lately) in a bounce-back spot vs. Binnington’s home edge (.905 SV%). Vasilevskiy’s workload could shine against Blues’ low shots.

Bench Battle: Brandon Hagel/Lightning reserves vs. Jake Neighbours/Blues depth: Hagel’s energy vs. Neighbours’ goals (~0.3 GPG). Lightning’s streak depth could overwhelm Blues’ injured lineup.

Series History

The Blues lead the all-time series 31-20-3-2, with a 20-5-3 home edge. However, the Lightning have won 7 of the last 10 overall, including both this season (4-1 and 3-1). Tampa Bay is 5-3-2 in their last 10 visits to Enterprise Center. Overs have hit in 5 of the last 10 matchups.

Betting Trends

Puck Line: Lightning are 22-23 ATS overall, 12-12 as road favorites. Blues are 20-27 ATS, 10-13 as home underdogs.

Moneyline: Tampa Bay wins ~65% as favorites; St. Louis ~40% as underdogs.

Over/Under: Lightning games hit over in 25 of 45 (56%); Blues in 22 of 47 (47%). Recent trends: Overs in 7 of Lightning’s last 10; unders in 6 of Blues’ last 10 home games.

Other Trends: Lightning 10-0 ATS in last 10; Blues cover 45% after wins. Tampa Bay 8-2 ATS vs. Central teams; overs in 50% of recent head-to-heads.

Game Odds

Tampa Bay Lightning      – 192

St. Louis Blues                   5.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, January 15, 2026

The Nashville Predators (22-20-4) face the Colorado Avalanche (33-4-8) in a Central Division matchup at Ball Arena. Sitting 10th in the Western Conference, the Predators have shown resilience with back-to-back wins but struggle on the road, while the league-leading Avalanche aim to rebound from a rare home loss amid injuries. This is the final regular-season meeting, with Colorado holding a 2-0-1 edge this year (wins: 4-1 on Dec. 22, 2025; 3-1 on Dec. 19, 2025; 2-1 OT loss on Nov. 20, 2025). Expect a fast-paced game highlighting Nathan MacKinnon’s offense against Roman Josi’s defense, potentially favoring Colorado’s depth despite absences.

Venue Location

Ball Arena, Denver, Colorado. This 18,000-capacity venue is the Avalanche’s home, known for its high-altitude advantage and vibrant atmosphere.

Puckdrop is scheduled for 9:00 p.m. ET (6:00 p.m. PT / 8:00 p.m. CT / 7:00 p.m. MT). The game airs on ESPN+, with regional broadcasts on FDSNSO, KTVD, ALT, SNE, SN360, and TVAS. Streaming available via ESPN+ and Fubo (regional restrictions apply).

Recent Team Forms

The Predators are 6-4-0 in their last 10 games, showing improved offense but defensive inconsistencies. They recently beat Edmonton 4-3 OT (Jan. 13) with Roman Josi’s contributions and Washington 3-2 (Jan. 11). Wins include 5-2 over Anaheim (Jan. 8) and 4-2 vs. Seattle (Jan. 6), averaging 2.9 GPG while allowing ~3.1. Power play efficiency (19%) has been key in victories, but road defense remains vulnerable.

The Avalanche are 7-2-1 in their last 10, dominant overall but coming off a rare 4-3 OT home loss to Toronto (Jan. 12). Standout wins: 5-1 vs. Philadelphia (Jan. 10), 7-2 at Philadelphia (Jan. 9), and 4-2 vs. Colorado (wait, self; actually 4-2 vs. Tampa Bay? From sources: strong streak). Averaging 4.0 GPG and allowing ~2.2, they lead in shots (34.4 per game) and goaltending.

Injury Report

Injuries could limit scoring, with both teams missing key forwards and defensemen.

Predators Key Injuries:

Adam Wilsby (D): Day-to-day (lower-body) – Sidelined recently; impacts blue-line depth.

Nicolas Hague (D): Day-to-day (illness) – Missed Jan. 13 game; defensive specialist uncertain.

Jonathan Marchessault (RW): IR (lower-body) – Placed on IR Jan. 13; major scorer (expected return Jan. 17+).

Ozzy Wiesblatt (F): IR (upper-body) – Out 8-10 weeks since Dec. 5; young forward absent.

Avalanche Key Injuries:

Ross Colton (F): Day-to-day (upper-body) – Questionable for Jan. 16; 20 points this season.

Gabriel Landeskog (LW): Out (upper-body, broken ribs suspected) – Some weeks; captain sidelined since Jan. 4.

Devon Toews (D): Out (upper-body) – Week-to-week; key stabilizer missing.

Joel Kiviranta (F): Week-to-week (lower-body) – Depth forward out since Dec. 29.

Mackenzie Blackwood (G): Activated from IR (lower-body) – Available after missing six games.

Depth players like Cale Makar (Avalanche) and Filip Forsberg (Predators) will see expanded roles.

Key

Player Matchups

Injuries shift focus to available stars in this high-offense potential clash:

Filip Forsberg (Predators LW) vs. Cale Makar (Avalanche D): Forsberg’s scoring (~4 shots/game, 46% chance of point) tests Makar’s defense (leads D with 53 points). Makar’s assists could counter Predators’ rush.

Steven Stamkos (Predators C) vs. Nathan MacKinnon (Avalanche C): Stamkos’ experience (~0.3 GPG) vs. MacKinnon’s dominance (81 points, 70% chance of point). MacKinnon’s speed could exploit Nashville’s defense.

Roman Josi (Predators D) vs. Valeri Nichushkin (Avalanche RW): Josi’s leadership (recent multi-goal games) vs. Nichushkin’s finishing (~0.55 GPG). Josi’s PP role key against Colorado’s PK.

Bench Battle: Juuse Saros (Predators G) vs. Mackenzie Blackwood (Avalanche G): Saros (27 saves projected) in tough spot vs. Blackwood’s return (.924 SV%, 25 saves). Blackwood’s edge at home.

Series History

The Predators lead the all-time series 56-51-5-2 (regular season: 52-45-5-2). In the last 10 games, Colorado is 5-4-1. Colorado holds a 2-0-1 edge this season, with home teams winning 60% recently. Playoffs: Colorado 10-4 overall (won 2022 first round 4-0). Overs hit in 50% of recent matchups.

Betting Trends

Puck Line: Avalanche 24-21 ATS overall, 18-5 as home favorites. Predators 20-26 ATS, 9-12 as road underdogs.

Moneyline: Colorado wins ~80% as favorites (implied win prob. 74.6%); Nashville ~29% as underdogs.

Over/Under: Avalanche games hit over in 20 of 45 (44%); Predators in 20 of 46 (43%). Recent trends: Unders in 6 of Predators’ last 10 road games; overs in 7 of Avalanche’s last 10.

Other Trends: Avalanche 7-3 ATS in last 10; Predators cover 55% after wins. Colorado 19-3 ATS vs. Central; overs in 43.5% of Nashville’s games.

Game Odds

Nashville Predators        6.5

Colorado Avalanche       – 310

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, January 15, 2026

The Anaheim Ducks (22-21-3) visit the Los Angeles Kings (19-16-11) in a Pacific Division rivalry game, marking the third meeting of the season. The Kings won the previous encounter 6-1 on December 27, 2025, at Crypto.com Arena, while the Ducks took the first game 3-2 in overtime on November 28, 2025. Sitting sixth in the Pacific, the Ducks aim to snap a six-game road losing streak and build on a recent home win, while the fifth-place Kings look to halt a two-game slide and capitalize on their home ice. With both teams dealing with injuries to key forwards, expect a gritty, low-scoring affair focused on goaltending battles between Lukas Dostal and Anton Forsberg.

Venue Location

Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, California. This 18,230-capacity venue is the Kings’ home, renowned for its high-energy atmosphere in rivalry games like the Freeway Face-Off.

Puckdrop is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET (7:30 p.m. PT / 9:30 p.m. CT / 8:30 p.m. MT). The game will be broadcast on ESPN+, FDSW, KCOP-13, and Victory+.

Recent Team Forms

The Ducks are 2-8-0 in their last 10 games, struggling with a -21 goal differential and a six-game road losing streak. They snapped a nine-game skid (0-8-1) with a 3-1 home win over Dallas on January 13, led by Lukas Dostal’s 24 saves. Prior losses included 5-3 at Buffalo (Jan. 10), 5-2 at Carolina (Jan. 8), 5-2 at Philadelphia (Jan. 6), and 7-4 at Washington (Jan. 5). Averaging ~2.3 GPG while allowing ~4.4, they’ve relied on special teams in wins but falter defensively on the road.

The Kings are 4-4-2 in their last 10, mixing strong performances with inconsistencies. They fell 3-2 OT to Vegas (Jan. 14) and 3-1 to Dallas (Jan. 12), but won 4-3 SO at Edmonton (Jan. 10) and 5-1 at Winnipeg? Wait, no: L 5-1 at Winnipeg (Jan. 9), L 4-3 at San Jose (Jan. 7), W 4-2 vs. Minnesota (Jan. 5), W 5-4 SO vs. Minnesota (Jan. 3), L 5-3 vs. Tampa Bay (Jan. 1), L 5-2 at Colorado (Dec. 29), W 6-1 vs. Anaheim (Dec. 27). Averaging ~3.2 GPG and allowing ~3.5, they’ve shown home vulnerabilities (1-3-2 in last 6 home games) but rebound well.

Injury Report

Both teams are hit hard by injuries, potentially leading to lower-scoring games with expanded roles for depth players.

Ducks Key Injuries:

Leo Carlsson (C): Day-to-Day (lower body) – Missed Jan. 13; young center’s absence hurts transition play.

Cutter Gauthier (LW): Day-to-Day (illness) – Sat out Jan. 13; rookie scorer uncertain.

Troy Terry (RW): Day-to-Day (upper body) – Missed three straight; top-line winger’s status key for offense.

Petr Mrazek (G): IR (lower body) – Out since Jan. 5; backup goalie sidelined, straining Dostal.

Frank Vatrano (RW): IR (shoulder) – Out approximately six weeks since Dec. 31; major goal-scoring loss (13 goals).

Kings Key Injuries:

Anze Kopitar (C): IR (lower body) – Out since Jan. 8; captain’s absence devastates center depth and faceoffs.

Trevor Moore (LW): IR (upper body) – Out since Jan. 7; speedy winger missing impacts forecheck.

Joel Armia (RW): Day-to-Day (upper body) – Questionable after Jan. 10 injury; physical forward uncertain.

Corey Perry (RW): Day-to-Day (personal) – Missed Jan. 14; veteran agitator’s return adds grit.

With top centers out, expect reliance on Adrian Kempe (Kings) and Ryan Strome (Ducks).

Key

Player Matchups

Injuries elevate secondary stars in this Freeway Face-Off:

Filip Forsberg (Ducks LW) vs. Adrian Kempe (Kings RW): Forsberg’s scoring prowess (0.6 GPG recently) tests Kempe’s speed (0.5 GPG). Kempe could exploit Ducks’ road defense with his shot volume.

Ryan Strome (Ducks C) vs. Quinton Byfield (Kings C): Strome’s facilitation fills gaps without Carlsson; Byfield’s size and recent form (~0.4 GPG) could dominate faceoffs with Kopitar out.

Roman Josi (Ducks D) vs. Alex Laferriere (Kings RW): Josi’s leadership and points (~0.5 PPG) vs. Laferriere’s emerging offense. Josi’s PP quarterbacking key against Kings’ PK.

Bench Battle: Beckett Sennecke/Ducks reserves vs. Brandt Clarke/Kings depth: Sennecke’s rookie energy (recent goals) vs. Clarke’s assists. Kings’ home depth could swing momentum amid injuries.

Series History

The Kings lead the all-time series 85-61-11-19 (regular season: 81-58-11-19), with a 42-49-7 edge in games hosted by Los Angeles (including draws). In the last 20 games, the Kings are 13-6-1. This season, the series is tied 1-1, with the Kings winning 6-1 at home on December 27 and the Ducks taking 3-2 OT on November 28. Postseason: Kings lead 4-3 (won 2014 second round 4-3). Home teams have won 60% of recent matchups, with overs hitting in 50%.

Betting Trends

Puck Line: Kings are 2-3 ATS in last 5; 12-11 ATS at home. Ducks are 2-3 ATS in last 5; 9-14 ATS on road.

Moneyline: Los Angeles wins ~60% as favorites; Anaheim ~40% as underdogs.

Over/Under: Kings games hit over in 22 of 46 (48%); Ducks in 25 of 46 (54%). Recent trends: Overs in 6 of Kings’ last 10; unders in 6 of Ducks’ last 10 road games.

Other Trends: Ducks on six-game road losing streak (0-6 SU); Kings 2-3 in last 5 home games. Anaheim covers 45% as underdogs; Los Angeles 55% vs. Pacific teams.

Game Odds

Anaheim Ducks                 6.5

Los Angeles Kings            – 170

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, January 15, 2026