Los Angeles Kings vs Canadiens Betting Preview & Odds
Kings On Roadie Looking for Win & Identity
Our Kings vs Canadiens betting preview starts a look at some betting trends for both teams. Los Angeles has yet to become a reliable wager with their 14-15 record that has cost bettors 199 units of profit this NHL season. Last season, the Kings ROI was 6.9%, in 22-23 that has been the exact opposite with a negative 6.9% return. Unexpectedly, Montreal has been a terrific team to lean on with plus money on most nights (+694 units). Unlike last season, the Habs have become a top-five team against the moneyline despite a .500 record.
Game Information
Los Angeles Kings (14-11-4) at Montreal Canadiens (13-11-2)
Date & Time & Streaming:
Location: Bell Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Streaming: BSW, CiTV
Kings Look to Bounce Back After Shutout
The Los Angeles Kings will never be confused at this point in the season with teams who are favored to win the Stanley Cup. Part of the reason for that is their inconsistencies on offense that reared its ugly head again in Toronto. One would have to go back to the end of October to find a time when the King’s top six were reliable over a span that was more than a couple of games.
A clear reason why Los Angeles has been in the middle of the pack this season while scoring 3.3 goals per game. The number one enemy of bettors is inconsistency which is why the Kings are left off most NHL betting picks cards. The Kings have had success against Montreal, winning their last seven meetings. Let’s continue our Kings vs Canadiens betting preview by taking a look at the Canadiens’ betting numbers.
Despite Recent Success, Montreal is Still a Pass
There really couldn’t be a hockey match-up that has more intrigue, not because there’s some compelling storyline, but because neither of these hockey teams has an identity that most professional bettors like to hang on to. It’s always challenging to know when a team transitions from what they were to what they are.
When looking at trends to find some sliver of a reason why Montreal deserves our financial backing, it’s like finding a needle in a haystack.
Although Montreal has produced some nice plus-money winners this season, we can’t pull the trigger on a team that is 17-36 at home over their last 53 games. When looking at trends to find some sliver of a reason why Montreal deserves our financial backing, it’s like finding a needle in a haystack.
They have not shown the ability to pounce on a wounded opponent, with a less-than-stellar 9-20 record when playing teams of two goals or less performance. Let’s get to our official selection on this game as we continue our Kings vs Canadiens betting preview.
The Best Advice is No Advice
We don’t usually take a pass on games because we’re here to have an opinion, but there are times when there’s a lack of an angle to hang onto, with that being the case in this one. Los Angeles has owned the Atlantic Division with 21 winners in their last 27 games, but an opening number that asks us to lay more than a -130 with a team that couldn’t find a way to get a puck past Ilya Samsonov, who is having a career year, isn’t too much to ask.
We expect the total to stay where it is (6, o -117). To conclude our Kings vs Canadiens betting preview, it would be best to look at the other games on the card, but if you really need a pick – take the over 6.5.
| Last Updated: 12/9/2022 | Teams |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Kings -125, Canadiens +105 |
| Puck Line | 6 (o -120) |
| Total | Kings -1.5 (+185), Canadiens +1.5 (-215) |
