Kings Stay Calm on Results: Lineup Possibilities, Dumoulin, Shootouts, Doughty/Foegele Updates
The Los Angeles Kings are set to face off against the Vancouver Canucks on November 29, 2025. This matchup will be held at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles at 7:00 PM Pacific Time. The Kings, who hold a record of 11 wins, 6 losses, and 7 overtime losses, are currently looking to bounce back from a recent defeat against the Anaheim Ducks.
Current Form and Head-to-Head Matchup
The Kings enter this game after a tough shootout loss to the Ducks. They have shown promise in their recent performances, notably starting this four-game homestand. Against the Canucks, Kevin Fiala has excelled, having recorded eight points in eight games since joining the Kings in 2022. Meanwhile, Alex Turcotte recently scored his first goal of the season and has averaged a point per game against Vancouver last year.
Goalie Options and Matchup Factors
Goaltender Darcy Kuemper may start again against the Canucks. He has a strong history against Vancouver, boasting 14 career wins and a .922 save percentage. Conversely, Anton Forsberg has yet to secure a win in his career against the Canucks but has performed well this season, helping the Kings earn points in five of his seven starts.
Kings Lineup Insights
- Forwards:
- Fiala – Byfield – Kempe
- Kuzmenko – Kopitar – Moore
- Armia – Danault – Laferriere
- Malott – Turcotte – Perry
- Defensemen:
- Anderson – Edmundson
- Dumoulin – Clarke
- Moverare – Ceci
Canucks’ Recent Struggles
The Canucks are not enjoying a strong run, with only two victories in their last nine games. They enter this game with a 1-1-0 record on their current road trip. Brock Boeser, known for scoring against the Kings, leads the league with 17 goals in 23 games against them.
Importance of the Upcoming Game
Jim Hiller, the Kings’ coach, emphasizes the need for improvement despite the recent setback against the Ducks. The Kings have historically been better at preserving leads rather than losing them. It’s crucial for them to capitalize on home ice to regain momentum in their season.
Player Updates
- Warren Foegele: Currently day-to-day with an upper-body injury but feeling better.
- Drew Doughty: Skated alone but remains out for this game.
Final Thoughts
The Kings aim to turn their performance around and capitalize on their home advantage against the Canucks. This game could be pivotal for their playoff aspirations if they are to maintain a competitive position in the standings.
