Game Preview – April 1, 2025
The Winnipeg Jets travel to face the Los Angeles Kings in a pivotal Western Conference matchup as both teams jockey for playoff positioning. With the postseason looming, expect a playoff-like atmosphere when these defensively sound teams square off at Crypto.com Arena.
Current Form
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Jets: 5-2-1 in their last 8 games
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Kings: 4-4-0 in their last 8, struggling for consistency at home
The Jets are coming off a gritty 3-2 win over the Coyotes, while the Kings were shut out by the Oilers in their previous outing.
Projected Starting Goalies
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Jets: Connor Hellebuyck (Confirmed) – 2.51 GAA, .918 SV%
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Kings: Cam Talbot (Probable) – 2.73 GAA, .905 SV%
Key Matchup
Pierre-Luc Dubois (LAK) faces his former team and will be a central figure in the Kings’ offense. The Jets’ top line of Kyle Connor, Mark Scheifele, and Nikolaj Ehlers has been red-hot and will be tough to contain if they control puck possession.
Betting Odds (as of April 1)
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Moneyline: Kings -115 | Jets -105
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Over/Under: 5.5 goals
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Puck Line: Kings -1.5 (+200) | Jets +1.5 (-240)
Prediction
The Kings have the edge at home, but the Jets are the more balanced and in-form team. Expect a low-scoring, physical battle with playoff implications.
✅ Pick: Jets ML (-105)
✅ Score Prediction: Jets 3, Kings 2
✅ Best Bet: Under 5.5 Goals
Call-to-Action (CTA):
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