Preview
3 min read

Los Angeles Kings Set to Battle Chicago Blackhawks at United Center

As the Los Angeles Kings prepare to face off against the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center, fans are eager for what promises to be an exciting encounter. The Kings have been showing a strong performance in their recent games, and they will look to continue their winning ways on foreign ice.


Jan 22, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Los Angeles Kings left wing Kevin Fiala (22) skates in on Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Petr Mrazek (34) as defenseman Ian Mitchell (51) defends during the first period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

The Kings come into this game with a mixed bag of results from their past three games. They secured two wins against the Devils and Canucks with impressive scores of 5-1 and 5-1 respectively, showcasing their offensive prowess by capitalizing on powerplay opportunities and maintaining a high shooting percentage. However, they stumbled in their latest outing against the Flames, where despite outshooting their opponents and having solid goaltending with a save percentage rounding up to 100 percent, they fell short with a score of 2-4.


One key aspect that stands out for the Kings is their ability to take control during even-strength play. In both victories, they managed four goals during even strength while keeping penalties low. This discipline could be crucial when facing the Blackhawks who will look for any opportunity to gain an advantage.


Jan 22, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Los Angeles Kings center Jaret Anderson-Dolan (28) scores a goal on Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Petr Mrazek (34) during the second period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

The upcoming game is not just about offense; it's also about maintaining defensive solidity. The team's blocked shots count has been consistently high across these matches which could prove vital in thwarting Chicago's attempts on goal.


Fans should expect Los Angeles to leverage its recent form while being mindful of consistency throughout all periods of play. With strong goaltending as seen in previous matches and an effective powerplay unit that has found success recently, there are several areas where Los Angeles can apply pressure.


Jan 22, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Los Angeles Kings defenseman Mikey Anderson (44) defends Chicago Blackhawks center Jason Dickinson (17) during the first period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

The match is scheduled for March 16th at United Center in Chicago – home advantage for the Blackhawks but certainly not a deterrent for the determined Kings squad. Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+ via internet streaming or tune into NBCS-CHI or BSW networks for television coverage.

Rate the article

Related stories

Kings and Sabres Set to Duel in Los Angeles: A Royal Rumble at Crypto.com Arena
Preview

Kings and Sabres Set to Duel in Los Angeles: A Royal Rumble at Crypto.com Arena

3 min read
Los Angeles Kings Clash with Detroit Red Wings in Battle of Wills
Preview

Los Angeles Kings Clash with Detroit Red Wings in Battle of Wills

3 min read
Los Angeles Kings Aim to Dethrone Colorado Avalanche in High-Stakes Duel
Preview

Los Angeles Kings Aim to Dethrone Colorado Avalanche in High-Stakes Duel

3 min read