Seattle Kraken vs Los Angeles Kings Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/23

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The NHL regular season continues with the Seattle Kraken facing the Los Angeles Kings. This game is set for Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at the Crypto.com Arena. Fans can catch the action at 10:00 PM on ESPN+.

Seattle enters with a 13-14-6 record. They stand 8th in the Western Pacific Division. Los Angeles holds a 15-10-9 record, placing them 4th in the same division. Both teams aim to improve their standings in this competitive matchup.

Kraken vs Kings Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: Seattle Kraken vs Los Angeles Kings
  • Venue: Crypto.com Arena
  • Date: Tuesday, December 23, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Los Angeles Kings -243, Seattle Kraken +199

Seattle Kraken Team Preview

The Seattle Kraken recently had a strong game against the San Jose Sharks. They won 4-2 with 32 shots on goal. Chandler Stephenson and Eeli Tolvanen each contributed with a goal and an assist.

In their game against the Calgary Flames, the Kraken faced a 4-2 loss. They managed 23 shots on goal and scored once on the power play. Kaapo Kakko scored a goal, while Jani Nyman added an assist.

Against the Colorado Avalanche, Seattle lost 5-3. The team had 38 shots on goal and scored once on the power play. Jordan Eberle and Shane Wright each found the net for the Kraken.

Los Angeles Kings Team Preview

The Los Angeles Kings have had a challenging run recently. They played five games, winning only one against the Tampa Bay Lightning with a score of 2-1. In their most recent game, Adrian Kempe was the standout player, scoring both goals for the Kings.

In their recent outings, the Kings have struggled to find the back of the net consistently. They have managed to score only once or twice in most games. Despite this, they rank 22nd in goals for the season with a total of 87.

Goaltending has been a strong point for the Kings, with Anton Forsberg making 31 saves against Tampa Bay. Overall, their goalies have allowed 81 goals this season, which ranks them 2nd in the league. The Kings will need to rely on their defensive strength to improve their performance in upcoming games.

BTB Betting Pick

The Los Angeles Kings are favored in the game against the Seattle Kraken. The Kings have a moneyline of -243, while the Kraken sit at +199. With the Kings having a strong defense, ranking 2nd in goals against, they are expected to win. The projected score is Kings 3, Kraken 2.

The over/under for the game is set at 5.5. The Kings and Kraken have solid goaltending, with the Kings allowing only 81 goals. This suggests a lower-scoring game. The recommendation is to take the under at 5.5 (-104). The projected total is 5 goals.