Lineup Changes Expected + Energy, Growing From Saturday, Playoff Race, Broadcast Details
LA Kings Insider • • sports
Key Points:
- The Los Angeles Kings (29-26-18) host the St. Louis Blues (31-31-11) on April 1 at 6:00 PM Pacific in a crucial Western Conference playoff race matchup during their seven-game homestand.
- The Kings aim to rebound from a recent 6-2 loss and must show consistent energy and competitiveness with only nine games remaining to secure a playoff spot, currently just one point away.
- Key players to watch include Alex Laferriere and Adrian Kempe for the Kings, both having strong performances against the Blues this season, while Jordan Kyrou leads the Blues offensively.
- The Kings' lineup may feature Darcy Kuemper or Anton Forsberg in goal, with Alex Turcotte returning and Taylor Ward expected to play, emphasizing a more physical and energetic fourth line.
- The game, initially scheduled for national broadcast on TNT, will instead air locally on FanDuel Sports Network at 6 PM, maintaining the unusual midweek start time.
