Preview: Special Teams Impact, Moore & Foegele Updates, Turcotte Shines, Burroughs Waived

The Los Angeles Kings are set to host the New Jersey Devils for their 13th regular-season game this Saturday, November 1, 2025. This matchup will take place at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California, with the puck dropping at 6:00 PM Pacific Time.

Current Team Performances

The Kings enter this contest with a record of 5 wins, 3 losses, and 4 overtime losses. They are in the midst of a four-game homestand. Meanwhile, the Devils have a record of 8 wins and 3 losses but are struggling on their current Western road trip, having lost two consecutive games in Colorado and San Jose.

Key Players

• Phillip Danault: Led the Kings with two assists last season against the Devils and has five points in four career games against them.
• Jack Hughes: Currently leads the Devils with nine goals this season, tied for the most in the NHL.
• Alex Turcotte: Noted for his recent standout performance, potentially earning him a larger role on the team.

Injury Updates

The Kings expect forward Trevor Moore to return after missing a prior game due to personal reasons. In contrast, Warren Foegele will miss his third consecutive game due to an upper-body injury. Additionally, Kyle Burroughs has been placed on waivers as he nears a full recovery from a training camp injury.

Special Teams Challenges

Head Coach Jim Hiller has identified issues with the Kings’ special teams play. The Kings have struggled with a power play that currently sits at 18.2 percent, ranking 21st in the NHL. Their penalty kill also ranks low at 74.2 percent. This inconsistency poses a challenge, especially against a Devils team that excels in both special teams categories.

Matchup Dynamics

In their previous encounters, the Kings have performed well against the Devils, including a decisive 5-1 victory last season. Goaltending decisions remain uncertain, with Darcy Kuemper and Anton Forsberg both having mixed records against New Jersey.

Conclusion

As the Kings look for redemption after a recent loss, they must improve their power play and penalty kill to achieve success. Tonight’s game will be crucial in building momentum heading into the next phase of the season.