Preview: Blackhawks, Kings Meet in Rematch With Identical Records LOS ANGELES (Interstat) — Two teams seeking consistency will meet in a quick rematch when the Chicago Blackhawks visit the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday night at Crypto.com Arena. The Central and Pacific Division foes, both carrying identical 12-15 records, faced off just two nights prior, with the Blackhawks escaping with a 2-1 victory. Chicago goaltender Spencer Knight was the difference, stopping 26 of 27 shots. Knight will be a focal point again. He has started eight consecutive games, posting a 3-3-2 record in that span with a .925 save percentage. His recent run includes a 31-save performance in a win over Toronto on Nov. 15. He will need to be sharp against a Kings team looking for revenge on home ice. For Los Angeles, forward Joel Armia aims to provide a spark. He was held without a point but registered two hits in Thursday’s loss. Armia has three goals and an assist in his last 10 contests, including a goal against Boston on Nov. 21. The Kings have struggled offensively lately, scoring two or fewer goals in regulation in five of their last six games. The season series is tied 1-1. After Chicago’s win on Dec. 4, the Kings defeated the Blackhawks 3-1 in Chicago on Oct. 26. Both clubs have mirrored each other’s struggles. Chicago is 3-4-3 in its last 10 games, while Los Angeles is 3-5-2 in the same stretch. The Blackhawks have shown flashes, including a 5-3 win over Anaheim on Nov. 30, but followed it with a shootout loss in Vegas. The Kings have similarly mixed results, with an overtime win against Vancouver on Nov. 29 preceded by a shootout loss to Anaheim. According to National Statistical’s game simulator, the projected final score is Los Angeles 3, Chicago 2. Following Saturday’s game, the Blackhawks travel to Anaheim on Sunday. The Kings begin a four-game road trip on Monday in Utah against the Mammoth. Game Facts: - Who: Chicago Blackhawks (12-15) at Los Angeles Kings (12-15) - When: Saturday, 7:30 p.m. PST - Where: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles - Series: Tied 1-1 - Last Meeting: CHI 2, LA 1 (Dec. 4, 2025) - Projection: Los Angeles 3, Chicago 2 (National Statistical)