Saturday Clash Between Los Angeles Kings And Washington Capitals
In one of the marquee NHL games of the day, in order to take on the Capitals the Los Angeles Kings travel to Washington D.C on Saturday. The Los Angeles Kings have been a bit of a disappointment this year as they are at present in ninth place, and just out of the playoff picture, in Western Conference. The Kings find themselves on the outside of the playoff picture looking in as with high expectations of this team making a deep playoff run, they have struggled to find consistent play.
Los Angeles has been playing much better as of late recording a 6-3-1 record in their last ten games, while the Kings have not lived up to the expectations placed on them before the season just yet. An improved penalty kill unit that has surrendered just two power play goals against in nineteen chances has been one aspect of their game that has helped propel them to this recent run.
The Washington Capitals have not met their preseason expectations as well their season has sort of mirrored the L.A. Kings. Washington was expected to be one of the best teams in the league for the duration of the season but they are in fifth place in the Eastern Conference. Although two things which will have Washington back on track is a strong finish to the season, and a deep playoff run.
For the win on Saturday you can expect these two teams to fight hard. Between winning the division or finishing second for Washington and not making the playoffs for the Kings are the two points up for grabs in this game could mean the difference.
Closer to game time, check out NHL Betting for this matchup.
SAFE BET – NHL BETTING
NHL games usually turn out the way they are supposed to. It’s learning how to bet and win on those occasions when they don’t that make you money. Here, I’ll talk about one of those times.
One of the biggest motivations for a team to win comes after they have suffered a thumping — they usually rebound with an inspired effort, and a win. So far this 2007-08 NHL season, 3 out 4 times a team got thrashed, they came back with a win. The other game resulted in a 1 goal loss, but the team still scored 5 times.
Obviously, you have to beware of games where the losing team gets to play a powerhouse team next time out. But even on those occasions, the odds will be inflated and the possible reward for taking the underdog will be huge.
Keep an eye on scores and next time you see a lop-sided loss, bet that team to rebound big time. Odds are that you will win your bet.
