The Los Angeles Kings (1-1-2) take on the Montreal Canadiens (2-2) in NHL play on Thursday, starting at 7:00 PM ET at Bell Centre and broadcast on ESPN+.
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Kings vs. Canadiens: Oct. 17 Viewing Options
- Date: Thursday, October 17, 2024
- Time: 7:00 PM ET
- How to watch on TV: ESPN+
- Location: Montréal, Quebec
- Venue: Bell Centre
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Kings' 2023-24 Stats
| Stat | Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 3.10 | 16th |
| Goals Allowed | 2.56 | 3rd |
| Shots | 31.9 | 9th |
| Shots Allowed | 28.0 | 4th |
| Power Play % | 22.58% | 11th |
| Penalty Kill % | 84.58% | 2nd |
Canadiens' 2023-24 Stats
| Stat | Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 2.83 | 26th |
| Goals Allowed | 3.43 | 26th |
| Shots | 27.7 | 27th |
| Shots Allowed | 33.4 | 30th |
| Power Play % | 17.46% | 27th |
| Penalty Kill % | 76.53% | 24th |
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Kings vs. Canadiens Top Players
Kings
- Adrian Kempe was one of Los Angeles' top contributors last season, posting 75 points. He averaged 0.3 goals per game, shooting 11.4%.
- With 29 goals and 44 assists, Kevin Fiala was one of the most important contributors for Los Angeles (73 points, 0.9 per game).
- In 81 games a season ago, Anze Kopitar proved to be a scoring option for Los Angeles. He posted 70 points on the year (26 goals and 44 assists).
- Last season for Los Angeles, Darcy Kuemper (13-14-3) recorded a 3.3 goals-against average, and a save percentage of .890.
Canadiens
- Nicholas Suzuki's 33 goals and 44 assists in 82 games for Montreal last season added up to 77 total points.
- Cole Caufield amassed 65 points last season, with 28 goals and 37 assists.
- Michael Matheson had 62 points, including 11 goals and 51 assists.
- Samuel Montembeault was 16-15-9 last season, giving up 127 goals (3.1 goals against average) with a .903 save percentage (36th in the league).
Kings vs. Canadiens Injury Report
Kings
Drew Doughty: Out (Ankle),
Darcy Kuemper: Questionable (Lower Body),
Arthur Kaliyev: Out (Clavicle),
Joel Edmundson: Questionable (Personal)
Canadiens
David Reinbacher: Out (Knee),
Patrik Laine: Out (Knee),
Rafael Harvey-Pinard: Out (Leg),
Jacob Perreault: Out (Undisclosed)
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Kings' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/12/2024 | Bruins | L 2-1 | Away |
| 10/14/2024 | Senators | L 8-7 | Away |
| 10/16/2024 | Maple Leafs | L 6-2 | Away |
| 10/17/2024 | Canadiens | - | Away |
| 10/20/2024 | Ducks | - | Away |
| 10/22/2024 | Golden Knights | - | Away |
| 10/24/2024 | Sharks | - | Home |
Canadiens' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2024 | Bruins | L 6-4 | Away |
| 10/12/2024 | Senators | W 4-1 | Home |
| 10/14/2024 | Penguins | L 6-3 | Home |
| 10/17/2024 | Kings | - | Home |
| 10/19/2024 | Islanders | - | Away |
| 10/22/2024 | Rangers | - | Home |
| 10/26/2024 | Blues | - | Home |