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The Calgary Flames will visit the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday, Nov. 14, at Crypto.com Arena. The game is scheduled to begin at 10:00 p.m. ET.
Calgary enters the contest with an 8-10-1 record. The Flames are coming off a 3-1 home loss to the New York Rangers on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Offensively, Calgary averages 2.47 goals per game while allowing 3.47, and the team has recorded 13 power-play goals this season. Joel Farabee leads the Flames with 7 goals and 17 points, while Matt Coronato has dished out a team-high 11 assists.
The Kings hold a 5-10-2 record and have lost three consecutive games. Los Angeles dropped a 5-2 decision to the New York Islanders at home on Thursday, Nov. 12. The Kings score 2.76 goals per game and surrender 3.53, with 13 power-play goals this season. Artemi Panarin paces Los Angeles with 8 goals, 11 assists, and 19 points.
In the Western Conference standings, Calgary sits in 13th place, while Los Angeles is 14th. This marks the first encounter between the two teams this season. The Kings have listed Artemi Panarin as out for the game.
Key Analysis
Both teams are struggling defensively, allowing over three goals per game, which could lead to a high-scoring affair. The Flames will need to contain Panarin, but his absence due to being listed as out could significantly impact Los Angeles's offensive output. Special teams may play a crucial role, as both teams have identical power-play goal totals. With playoff positioning at stake early in the season, a win could provide momentum for either squad.
Originally reported by yardbarker.