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Ducks vs. Kings prediction: Los Angeles favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [12/27/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Anaheim Ducks vs Los Angeles Kings predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Los Angeles Kings and Anaheim Ducks are scheduled to meet in the NHL at Crypto.com Arena on Saturday, starting at 9:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Kings as the most likely winner of the Ducks vs. Kings game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Ducks vs. Kings prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL game between the Ducks and Kings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Kings a 57% chance of defeating the Ducks.
According to our model, the Ducks (+1.5) have a 65% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has a 53% chance of staying under.
Ducks vs. Kings odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Ducks | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-210) | -1.5 (+180) |
| Moneyline | +115 | -135 |
| Total | o6 (-115) | u6 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Ducks vs. Kings picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Kings -1.5 | +180 |
| Moneyline | Kings | -135 |
| Total | Under 6 | -105 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 6 total goals.
Ducks vs. Kings player props
Who will score a goal in Ducks vs. Kings?
According to our model, Adrian Kempe is most likely to score an anytime goal in Ducks vs. Kings.
Our projections give Kempe a 32.9% chance of scoring a goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the star is a 6.3% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Anaheim Ducks
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Chris Kreider | 28.2% |
| Cutter Gauthier | 26.0% |
| Beckett Sennecke | 23.0% |
| Mason McTavish | 22.3% |
| Mikael Granlund | 19.6% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 32.9% |
| Kevin Fiala | 31.4% |
| Alex Laferriere | 24.9% |
| Quinton Byfield | 24.0% |
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 23.9% |
First goal scorer predictions
Anaheim Ducks
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Cutter Gauthier | 5.2% |
| Chris Kreider | 5.1% |
| Mason McTavish | 4.3% |
| Beckett Sennecke | 4.1% |
| Mikael Granlund | 3.8% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kevin Fiala | 6.8% |
| Adrian Kempe | 6.3% |
| Alex Laferriere | 5.0% |
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 4.4% |
| Quinton Byfield | 4.4% |
Ducks vs. Kings game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's action between the Kings and Ducks at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to begin at 9:00 PM ET.
- Who: Anaheim Ducks vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Date: Saturday, December 27, 2025
- Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Kings, with a 57% win probability, will likely beat the Ducks on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Ducks vs. Kings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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