Los Angeles Kings vs Pittsburgh Penguins Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/9

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The Los Angeles Kings are set to take on the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena. This game marks the beginning of the NHL Regular Season. The Kings come into the game with a record of 6-5-4, while the Penguins have a 9-5-3 record.

Jim Hiller leads the Kings as they aim to improve their standing in the Western Pacific Division. The Penguins, coached by Dan Muse, look to defend their home ice and maintain their position in the Eastern Metropolitan Division. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+ at 2:00 PM on Sunday, November 9, 2025.

Kings vs Penguins Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Los Angeles Kings vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
  • Venue: PPG Paints Arena
  • Date: Sunday, November 9, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Los Angeles Kings -157, Pittsburgh Penguins +134

Los Angeles Kings Team Preview

The Los Angeles Kings have had mixed results in their recent games. They secured a 3-0 win against the Winnipeg Jets but suffered losses to the Florida Panthers, New Jersey Devils, and Detroit Red Wings. In their game against the Panthers, they managed 26 shots on goal but only scored twice.

The Kings have some strong skaters leading the way. Adrian Kempe has 6 goals and 11 assists in 15 games. Corey Perry has also been effective with 6 goals in 9 games, contributing to the team’s offense.

In net, Darcy Kuemper has been the primary goaltender for the Kings. He has played in 10 games with 4 wins and 3 losses. Despite his efforts, he has not recorded a shutout yet this season.

Pittsburgh Penguins Team Preview

The Pittsburgh Penguins have been busy lately with mixed results. They recently lost to the New Jersey Devils 2-1 despite having 34 shots on goal. Ryan Graves scored the lone goal for the Penguins in that game.

Earlier, the Penguins secured a win against the Washington Capitals with a 5-3 score. The power play was strong, with three goals scored during man-advantage situations. Sidney Crosby led the charge with two goals on six shots.

In the current season, Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin are key contributors. Crosby has 11 goals and 9 assists, while Malkin has 3 goals and 17 assists. Arturs Silovs and Tristan Jarry have been sharing the goaltending duties with solid performances.

BTB Betting Pick

The Los Angeles Kings are favored to win against the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Kings have a MoneyLine of -157, while the Penguins stand at +134. With the Kings having solid skater and goaltending stats, they are projected to win 4-2.

For the over/under, the line is set at 6.0. The game is expected to have a total of 6 goals, aligning with the line. Given the teams’ offensive capabilities, betting on the over at -116 seems reasonable.