Los Angeles Kings - Columbus Blue Jackets predictions and free betting tips [21/02/2024]

The NHL regular season matchup for 2023-2024 is set to kick off featuring rivals from distinct conferences. Morning hockey enthusiasts can anticipate a clash between Los Angeles and Columbus.

Los Angeles

Los Angeles has participated in 53 official matches of the NHL regular season 2023-2024. With 64 points scored from 53 matches, they're sitting comfortably at the 7th position in the Western conference standings. The 2023-2024 season is proving challenging for Los Angeles, however, the 'Kings' aren't backing down and are striving hard to secure a Stanley Cup playoff position. Currently, they're settled within the Stanley Cup playoff zone, although there's still ample time remaining for this regular championship.

There's every possibility that Los Angeles either firmly secures the top-8 or they could fall back, dropping out of the Stanley Cup playoff zone. Talking about the gameplay metrics of the 'Kings', they've let in relatively few goals, outperforming some Western conference leaders in this component. Teams like Vegas, Dallas, Colorado, and even Vancouver have conceded more than Los Angeles. Of late, Los Angeles has thrilled their fans with frequent victories. The 'Kings' have clinched three consecutive wins, besting Pittsburgh, Boston, and New Jersey.

Columbus

Over the course of the 2023-2024 season, Columbus played 53 official games in the NHL regular championship. Tallying 44 points from 53 games, Columbus is positioned at the 16th position, closing up the Eastern conference leaderboard. The 2023-2024 season has largely come to an end for Columbus. The team is concluding the regular championship without much competitive motivation and preparing for a holiday to reassess and regroup. Management and coaching staff will have ample time to analyse their stumble.

At the moment, Columbus trails Detroit, taking the 8th place, by 20 points. Although theoretically possible to catch up, Columbus lost its realistic chance of breaking into the top-8 of the Eastern Conference a while ago. Columbus has conceded a fair amount, their records not being the worst in the league. Teams like San Jose, Chicago, Montreal, and Anaheim, have conceded more than Columbus. While Columbus has recently been underperforming, they've achieved victories against Saint-Louis and San Jose.

Head-to-Head

Los Angeles and Columbus have faced off in 38 matches. Los Angeles holds 25 victories to their name, while Columbus proved stronger in 13 clashes.

Total Projection

The ITO (Individual Total Over) for Los Angeles players will be more than 3 goals scored.

Projection

Los Angeles will secure a victory within regulation time. The 'Kings' have showcased stability in recent matches and throughout the regular championship. Los Angeles boasts a team of character, which will surely gear itself suitably against an underdog and rake in valuable points needed for a battle to secure a Stanley Cup playoff spot.