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Flames vs. Kings Prediction: Los Angeles Predicted to Win Thursday's NHL Matchup [4/17/2025]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Our expert prediction for Thursday's Calgary Flames vs Los Angeles Kings matchup.
The Los Angeles Kings will face the Calgary Flames in the 2025 NHL Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday, commencing at 9:30PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Kings as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's Calgary-Los Angeles game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Kings with a win probability of 61% and the Flames with 39%."
For further insights into Thursday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Flames vs. Kings predictions page.
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Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's NHL Playoffs game between the Flames and Kings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Kings a 61% chance of beating the Flames.
According to our model, the Flames (+1.5) have a 62% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 51% chance of going over.
Flames vs. Kings Odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Flames | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-170) | -1.5 (+150) |
| Moneyline | +154 | -175 |
| Total | o5.5 (-118) | u5.5 (-102) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Flames vs. Kings Picks and Best Bets
Our model's strongest edge in today's Flames vs. Kings matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, matched against the current odds, reveal the best NHL picks and NHL best bets for every game throughout the season.
Unlimited access to our complete set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.
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Who will score an anytime goal in Flames vs. Kings?
According to our model, Los Angeles' Kevin Fiala is most likely to score the first goal in Flames vs. Kings.
Our projections give Fiala an 8.9% chance of scoring the first goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the Kings star is a 40.2% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
Calgary Flames
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nazem Kadri | 5.9% |
| Matthew Coronato | 5.6% |
| Adam Klapka | 5.3% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kevin Fiala | 8.9% |
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 8.8% |
| Quinton Byfield | 8.1% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
Calgary Flames
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Nazem Kadri | 30.8% |
| Adam Klapka | 27.9% |
| Matthew Coronato | 24.7% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 40.9% |
| Kevin Fiala | 40.2% |
| Quinton Byfield | 35.5% |
Flames vs. Kings Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Thursday's game between the Kings and Flames in the Stanley Cup Playoffs is scheduled to start at 9:30PM ET.
- Who: Calgary Flames vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Date: Thursday, April 17, 2025
- Time: 9:30PM ET/6:30PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
The Stanley Cup Playoffs (aka NHL Playoffs) is an elimination tournament in the NHL to determine the winner of the Stanley Cup.
Sixteen teams, including the Flames and Kings, reached the NHL Playoffs 2025, which consists of four rounds: the First Round, Second Round, Conference Finals and Stanley Cup Finals.
Each round of the NHL Playoffs is contested as a best-of-seven series, with the first team to four wins advancing to the next round until a champion is crowned.
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Thursday's Flames vs. Kings matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any Calgary vs. Los Angeles picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
Conclusion
We predict the Kings, with a 61% win probability, will likely beat the Flames on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Flames vs. Kings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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