Most Important Game On The Schedule + Forsberg In Net, Lineup Notes, Better Starts Continue To Be A Focus

Key Points:

• The Los Angeles Kings (31-26-19) host the Nashville Predators (36-31-9) on Monday, April 6, in a crucial 2025-26 regular-season game at Crypto.com Arena, with both teams tied at 81 points fighting for the second wild card spot in the Western Conference.
• The Kings are expected to start goaltender Anton Forsberg, who has a solid record against Nashville, while key players like Joel Armia and Adrian Kempe have been productive against the Predators this season.
• The Kings aim to build on their recent 7-6 win over Toronto by improving their game starts and defensive play, as early goals against have been a recurring problem in recent matches.
• Nashville comes off a strong 6-3 win in San Jose and is led by forward Ryan O’Reilly, who has collected four points in two games against Los Angeles this season; Steven Stamkos also brings momentum with 20 goals in 2026.
• The game is being broadcast on FanDuel Sports Network So-Cal, ESPN LA 710, and other platforms, marking it as the most important game of the Kings' season with significant playoff implications.