Capitals Face Kings in Los Angeles Showdown Tuesday
The Washington Capitals are set to face the Los Angeles Kings in a highly anticipated matchup. The game will take place at Crypto.com Arena on December 2, starting at 10:30 PM. This contest marks the conclusion of the season series between these former Norris Division rivals.
Teams Overview
Washington Capitals
- Record: 15 wins, 9 losses, 2 overtime losses.
- Recent Performance: The Capitals recently secured a 4-1 victory against the New York Islanders, marking their fourth consecutive win.
- Key Players: Tom Wilson scored twice in the last game, supported by Alex Ovechkin, who leads the team with 12 assists.
Los Angeles Kings
- Record: 12 wins, 6 losses, 7 overtime losses.
- Current Streak: The Kings recently finished a game against the Vancouver Canucks, winning 2-1 in overtime.
- Performance: They currently stand as a strong road team with a record of 9-2-4, yet have struggled at home with a 3-4-3 record.
Game Context
This matchup is significant for Washington as they begin a four-game road trip in California. Following the game against Los Angeles, the Capitals will travel to San Jose for a matchup against the Sharks. This trip is crucial as the team aims to build momentum following their successful November campaign, where they finished with a record of 9-4-2.
Previous Meetings
In their last encounter on November 17, the Capitals defeated the Kings 2-1 on home ice. Charlie Lindgren’s 30-save performance played a critical role in securing that victory. The Kings have since shown resilience, earning points in their subsequent games after the loss to the Capitals.
Coaching Insights
Capitals coach Spencer Carbery emphasized the need for improved offensive performance. He noted that while the team has shown flashes of excellence, consistency in maintaining pressure and execution remains a challenge.
Looking Ahead
The upcoming game against the Kings not only concludes the season series but also serves as an essential step in the Capitals’ road trip. As December features a busy schedule of 14 games, including six at home, the team aims to capitalize on early victories.
Fans are encouraged to tune in to the game via MNMT on television, or listen on the Capitals Radio Network, along with 106.7 THE FAN.
