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The Los Angeles Kings are set to face off against the St. Louis Blues in an exciting NHL matchup at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis on March 13th. The game is scheduled to start at 23:30 UTC and will be broadcasted on TNT, Max, and BSW.


Jan 28, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Brayden Schenn (10) takes a shot against the Los Angeles Kings during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Le-USA TODAY Sports

The Kings have been on a roll lately, winning their previous three games. One player who has been instrumental in their success is Anze Kopitar, the team's forward. In the last three games, Kopitar has scored a goal and provided an assist, accumulating a total of two points. He has also taken three shots on goal with a shooting percentage of 33%. Kopitar's contributions have been crucial to the team's offensive prowess.


Another standout performer for the Kings is defenseman Brandt Clarke. In his last game, Clarke scored a goal and played for a total of 7 minutes and 6 seconds. His presence on the ice has been vital to the team's defensive efforts.


Jan 28, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Los Angeles Kings left wing Kevin Fiala (22) skates against St. Louis Blues defenseman Nick Leddy (4) during the first period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Le-USA TODAY Sports

On the other side of the ice, the St. Louis Blues will be looking to bounce back from their recent losses. Defenseman Nick Leddy has been a key player for the Blues, logging an impressive 25 minutes and 8 seconds of ice time in his last game.


In terms of goaltending, both teams have reliable netminders. Cam Talbot has made 22 saves out of 23 shots faced for the Kings, resulting in a save percentage of 96%. Jordan Binnington has also put up solid numbers for the Blues, making 32 saves out of 35 shots faced with a save percentage of 91%.


Jan 28, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Los Angeles Kings center Phillip Danault (24) reacts after scoring a goal against the St. Louis Blues during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Le-USA TODAY Sports

Looking at overall team performance over the past three games, both teams have had their ups and downs. The Kings have shown strength in their offensive game with players like Trevor Moore and Drew Doughty contributing points. The Blues, on the other hand, have struggled to find the back of the net consistently but have relied on strong defensive play from players like Colton Parayko and Torey Krug.


In conclusion, the upcoming game between the Los Angeles Kings and the St. Louis Blues promises to be an exciting matchup. The Kings will be looking to extend their winning streak with Anze Kopitar leading the charge, while the Blues will be aiming to turn their fortunes around with Nick Leddy anchoring their defense. Fans can expect a thrilling game filled with intense action and skilled performances from both teams.


Make sure to tune in to TNT, Max, or BSW on March 13th at 23:30 UTC to catch all the action live from the Enterprise Center in St. Louis!

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