How to watch Golden Knights vs Kings live stream, preview, picks and predictions

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Hockey has returned! The NHL debuts on ESPN tonight with a doubleheader featuring the Lightning vs the Rangers and Golden Knights vs Kings in Los Angeles.

Last season, the two Pacific division rivals took opposing paths. The Kings were expected to be still rebuilding. Still, a combination of young players making more significant gains in growth and the re-emergence of some senior players propelled the team into the playoffs, placing third in the division. Despite a 3-2 series lead in the first round, Los Angeles could not put Edmonton away, and the Oilers defeated the Kings in seven games.

The Golden Knights began the 2021-22 season as Cup favorites. However, injuries and poor play caused Vegas to miss the playoffs outright.

This offseason, both teams had personnel changes. Los Angeles acquired Wild scoring winger Kevin Fiala but said farewell to Dustin Brown, who retired after 18 seasons in the league.

Meanwhile, the Golden Knights dealt Max Pacioretty and Evgenii Dadonov while bringing Phil Kessel. The squad is also missing starting goaltender Robin Lehner, who underwent hip surgery and will be out for the rest of the season. Logan Thompson will take his spot in net.

The action begins tonight at 10 p.m. E.T. in the newly renamed Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Here’s everything you need to know about the Golden Knights-Kings matchup on opening night.

When is the Golden Knights vs Kings game?

  • Kick-Off Time: 10:00 p.m. E.T.
  • Venue: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, California

The puck drops at 10 p.m. E.T. in the Golden Knights-Kings game. The game will take place at Crypto.com Arena, formerly the Staples Center.

Where can I watch Golden Knights vs Kings?

ESPN (United States) | SN1 (Canada)
Both games will be televised on ESPN in the United States on Tuesday night, with the Golden Knights taking on the Kings.

Sportsnet will broadcast the event in Canada, and it will also be accessible on SN1. It is also available to watch on SN NOW.

How to Watch Golden Knights vs Kings Online:

Sling T.V., fuboTV., and ESPN+ ESPN/ESPN Mobile Fans can watch Golden Knights vs Kings on ESPN+, the ESPN app, and ESPN’s website with a cable subscription.

You may also watch the game by signing up for streaming services like fubo T.V. or Sling.

In the United States, select NHL games will be accessible to stream on ESPN.com, the ESPN App, or with an ESPN+ subscription. This season, ESPN+ subscribers will have access to almost 1,050 out-of-market games.

On ESPN, ESPN+, Hulu, and ABC, fans may watch up to 103 unique games.

Preview Golden Knights vs Kings:

The Golden Knights of Vegas

Despite missing the playoffs for the first time in their five-year history in spring, the Golden Knights had a reasonably calm summer by their standards. They traded Max Pacioretty to the Carolina Hurricanes, clearing up the salary-cap room, and goaltender Robin Lehner is set to miss the entire season as his injury issues continue.

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Logan Thompson, 25, will begin his official rookie season as the Knights’ No. 1 goaltender after a good showing in 19 games down the stretch. He played well in the preseason, allowing only six goals in roughly 180 minutes of playing, suitable for a.924 save percentage and a 2.04 goals-against average.

Besides Lehner, Vegas is starting the season in pretty good health, checking forward William Carrier, the other player whose injury condition could be a concern. Jack Eichel impressed in the preseason, scoring seven points in four games on a line with Reilly Smith and newcomer Phil Kessel, who is seeking a way back to relevance after three years with the Arizona Coyotes.

Behind the bench, there’s also a new voice. For his efforts with the Boston Bruins, Bruce Cassidy won the 2020 Jack Adams Award, and he is regarded as a sharp, tough coach that gets the most out of his team.

On Monday, restricted free agent defenseman Nic Hague signed a three-year contract extension. But, after missing the entirety of training camp, he’ll need some time to get his game in line. He won’t be prepared to go up against the Kings.

Kings of Los Angeles

Last season, injuries were a huge issue for the Kings, particularly on the back end. However, veterans Drew Doughty, Sean Walker, and Matt Roy are all back in the lineup and ready to go, backed up by promising youngsters Sean Durzi and Mikey Anderson, as well as raw rookie Brandt Clarke, the eighth-overall pick in the 2021 draft who has made L.A.’s opening-night roster at the age of 19.

The Kings are hopeful that the arrival of Kevin Fiala will provide their offense a much-needed lift up front. Jonathan Quick, 36, is set to keep his starting job in net. He was imposing in the preseason, allowing five goals in 153 minutes for a 1.96 goals-against average and.930 save %.

Golden Knights vs Kings Picks and Predictions:

Bruce Cassidy, who hails from the Eastern Conference, offers new blood to this rivalry, and that element of surprise might work to the Golden Knights’ advantage. On Tuesday night, the Kings will have home-ice advantage, but their outstanding road record drove them into the playoffs last season. Quick was also best off staying away from Crypto.com Arena.

On the line for this game, the oddsmakers aren’t too bullish. The two teams had equal regular-season expectations, with PointsBet setting the over/under at 98.5 regular-season points for Vegas and 95.5 for Los Angeles, so the Kings’ advantage on Tuesday is essentially due to home-ice advantage.

As slight underdogs, the Perfect Knights will have a golden opportunity to kick off their redemption trip on Tuesday.

Take the Moneyline with Vegas.

Choose the Golden Knights (-105); play down to -115.

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