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Flames vs. Kings prediction: Los Angeles favored to win Saturday's NHL matchup [2/28/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Calgary Flames vs Los Angeles Kings predictions for NHL Saturday.
The Los Angeles Kings will take on the Calgary Flames in NHL action at Crypto.com Arena on Saturday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Kings as the most likely winner of the Flames vs. Kings game.
This article offers a closer look at Saturday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Flames vs. Kings prediction: Who will win?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL game between the Flames and Kings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Kings a 56% chance of beating the Flames.
According to our model, the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 52% chance of staying under.
Flames vs. Kings odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Flames | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +130 | -137 |
| Total | o5.5 (+110) | u5.5 (-120) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Flames vs. Kings picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Flames | +130 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | +110 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Flames to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Flames vs. Kings player props
Who will score a goal in Flames vs. Kings?
According to our model, Artemi Panarin is most likely to score an anytime goal in Flames vs. Kings.
Our projections give Panarin a 37.2% chance of scoring a goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the star is an 8.2% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Calgary Flames
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nazem Kadri | 26.8% |
| Yegor Sharangovich | 23.5% |
| Connor Zary | 21.9% |
| Matthew Coronato | 21.5% |
| Matvei Gridin | 20.1% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin | 37.2% |
| Adrian Kempe | 35.3% |
| Quinton Byfield | 30.2% |
| Alex Laferriere | 24.0% |
| Trevor Moore | 19.9% |
First goal scorer predictions
Calgary Flames
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nazem Kadri | 5.0% |
| Connor Zary | 5.0% |
| Yegor Sharangovich | 4.2% |
| Matthew Coronato | 4.0% |
| Matvei Gridin | 3.9% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin | 8.2% |
| Adrian Kempe | 7.3% |
| Quinton Byfield | 6.7% |
| Alex Laferriere | 4.9% |
| Trevor Moore | 3.9% |
Flames vs. Kings game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's matchup between the Kings and Flames at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to commence at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Calgary Flames vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Kings, with a 56% win probability, will likely beat the Flames on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Flames vs. Kings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date 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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