Los Angeles Kings vs San Jose Sharks Prediction and Picks - October 28, 2025
National Hockey League action on Tuesday evening, and we have a Los Angeles Kings vs San Jose Sharks Prediction ready to rock and roll. The Kings enter this game off a 3-1 road win over Chicago to move to 4-6 on the year, while the Sharks are now 2-7 after a 6-5 OT win over Minnesota on the road. Read on to see our Kings vs Sharks prediction.
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Defense Steps Up In Win Over Chicago
The Kings enter this matchup at 4-3-3, fresh off a 3-1 road win over the Chicago Blackhawks on Oct. 26. In that game, Los Angeles leaned on timely scoring from Kevin Fiala and Alex Laferriere, while Joel Armia sealed the victory with a shorthanded empty-netter late in the third. Darcy Kuemper turned aside 24 shots, giving the Kings a much-needed bounce-back after a stretch of uneven results. That performance highlighted the Kings’ ability to grind out wins even when their offense isn’t firing at full capacity, a trait that will be tested again against a Sharks team that has shown flashes of offensive explosiveness.
Offensively, Los Angeles has been steady but not overwhelming, scoring 28 goals in 10 games (2.8 per game). Adrian Kempe has been the engine, leading the team with 13 points (5 goals, 8 assists), while Fiala has chipped in with four goals and three assists. Quinton Byfield has also been a key playmaker, tallying eight points in nine games. The Kings’ power play has been serviceable at 21.4 percent (6-for-28), ranking in the middle of the league, but they’ve struggled to generate consistent high-danger chances at even strength. Their ability to sustain offensive zone pressure will be crucial against a San Jose defense that has been leaky but opportunistic on the counterattack.
Defensively, Los Angeles has allowed 31 goals (3.1 per game), ranking 22nd in the NHL. Kuemper has been solid in stretches but inconsistent overall, posting a .887 save percentage. The blue line, anchored by Drew Doughty and Mikey Anderson, has been tasked with heavy minutes, but lapses in coverage have led to costly goals. Still, the Kings have been disciplined, ranking among the league leaders in fewest penalties taken, which has limited opponents’ power-play opportunities. Against a Sharks team that has thrived with the man advantage, staying out of the box will be a top priority if Los Angeles wants to control the pace of play.
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Sharks In For A Long Season
San Jose comes into this contest at 2-5-2, but they’re riding the high of a 6-5 overtime win over the Minnesota Wild on Oct. 26. That game showcased the offensive firepower of their young core, with William Eklund scoring twice and Macklin Celebrini delivering the game-winning goal in overtime. Celebrini finished with three points, continuing his torrid start to the season with 15 points (6 goals, 9 assists) in nine games. Tyler Toffoli also added a power-play goal, while Yaroslav Askarov made 28 saves to secure the victory. The Sharks may be near the bottom of the standings, but their ability to generate offense has kept them competitive in high-scoring affairs.
Offensively, San Jose has been surprisingly productive, scoring 29 goals in nine games (3.2 per game), ranking 14th in the league. Celebrini has quickly emerged as the centerpiece, while Eklund and rookie Michael Misa have provided valuable secondary scoring. The Sharks’ power play has been a major strength, converting at 28.1 percent (9-for-32), good for sixth in the NHL. That efficiency has helped offset their struggles at even strength, where they’ve been outscored 31-20. If San Jose can continue to capitalize on special teams, they’ll have a chance to keep pace with Los Angeles in what could be another high-event game.
Defensively, however, the Sharks have been porous, allowing 42 goals (4.7 per game), the worst mark in the NHL. Their penalty kill has been a glaring weakness, operating at just 65.6 percent, which has compounded their issues in close games. Goaltending has been inconsistent, with Askarov and Alex Nedeljkovic both posting save percentages below .880. The blue line, led by Dmitry Orlov, has struggled to contain opposing top lines, often leaving their goaltenders exposed. Against a Kings team that can roll multiple scoring threats, San Jose will need to tighten its defensive structure and avoid the costly turnovers that have plagued them throughout the early season.
Los Angeles Kings vs San Jose Sharks Pick
Kings vs Sharks Moneyline Pick
- LA Kings -1.5 (4 Units)
The Kings -1.5 looks like a strong angle given the matchup dynamics and San Jose’s defensive struggles. Los Angeles has been steady at generating offense through multiple lines, with Adrian Kempe and Kevin Fiala driving production while Quinton Byfield continues to emerge as a reliable playmaker. Against a Sharks team allowing nearly five goals per game, the Kings’ ability to sustain pressure and capitalize on special teams should create plenty of scoring opportunities. If they can establish an early lead, their depth and puck possession style make them well-suited to extend the margin and cover the puck line.
On the other side, San Jose has leaned heavily on Macklin Celebrini and William Eklund to keep them competitive, but their defensive breakdowns and penalty-kill inefficiency have been glaring. The Sharks’ goaltending tandem has struggled to provide stability, and facing a Kings team that thrives on disciplined play and limiting mistakes, the margin for error shrinks even further. With Los Angeles’ structure and San Jose’s tendency to give up high-danger chances, the Kings are positioned not just to win, but to do so with enough separation to cash the -1.5.
Kings vs Sharks Over/Under Pick
- Over 6 (5 Units)
The over 6 feels like the right play here given the way both teams have been trending. Los Angeles has been steady offensively with multiple scoring threats in Adrian Kempe, Kevin Fiala, and Quinton Byfield, while San Jose has leaned on Macklin Celebrini and William Eklund to spark a surprisingly productive attack that’s averaging over three goals per game. The Sharks’ defensive issues are glaring, allowing nearly five goals per contest with one of the league’s weakest penalty kills, which sets the stage for the Kings to generate plenty of chances. With San Jose capable of answering back on the power play and both clubs prone to high-event hockey, this matchup has the makings of a game that clears the total.
