The Nashville Predators are set to face the Los Angeles Kings on October 25 in a key matchup. Historically, these two teams have a storied rivalry. The Predators and Kings have met a total of 87 times, with Nashville holding a slight edge, boasting a record of 44 wins, 30 losses, 3 overtime losses, and 10 shootout losses.
Historical Performance Against Each Other
In their last ten confrontations, the Predators have performed well, winning 5 games while losing 3 and tying 2. Their record at Bridgestone Arena shows a more balanced performance, with 2 wins, 2 losses, and 1 overtime loss in their last five home games against Los Angeles.
Recent Trends
The Predators have had impressive results in recent years. They have won 6 out of the last 8 series against the Kings since the 2016-17 season. In the last 30 meetings, they have lost only 5 games in regulation time.
Individual Performances
- Roman Josi: He leads among active defensemen with 28 points (5 goals, 23 assists) against the Kings.
- Jonathan Marchessault: Known for his scoring ability, he has accumulated 27 points (10 goals, 17 assists) in 37 games against Los Angeles.
- Filip Forsberg: Over the last 18 games against the Kings, he has scored 11 points (4 goals, 7 assists).
Noteworthy Achievements
On January 13, 2004, Chris Mason, a TV analyst for the Predators, made history by posting his first NHL shutout during a game that ended in a scoreless tie against Los Angeles. Another interesting note is that Rob Scuderi, currently a Development Coach for the Predators, was part of the Kings’ 2012 Stanley Cup-winning team.
Both teams will be looking to capitalize on their strengths as they prepare for this anticipated showdown. The Kings feature Kevin Fiala, who previously recorded 97 points in 204 games with the Predators from 2015 to 2019, adding a layer of intrigue to this matchup.
This game is crucial not only for standings but also for historical bragging rights in the NHL.
