The Minnesota Wild are set to face off against the Los Angeles Kings tonight at the Grand Casino Arena in Saint Paul, seeking to bounce back from a disappointing 7-4 loss in their home opener. After a dominant 5-0 shutout victory in their first game of the season, the Wild are hoping to rediscover that magic against a Kings team looking to find consistency early in the season.
This game marks an important early-season matchup for both teams as they navigate the challenges and opportunities of the 2024-25 season. Wild fans are eager to see if their team can capitalize on home-ice advantage, while the Kings aim to build momentum with a strong performance on the road.
This article provides a comprehensive preview of tonight’s game, including key information, team statistics, player insights, and historical context to prepare you for all the action.
Game Information: Wild vs. Kings
Here’s everything you need to know for tonight’s game:
- When: Tuesday, October 13th at 7:00 p.m. CT
- Where: Grand Casino Arena (St. Paul, Minnesota)
- Tickets: Buy Now
- Watch: FanDuel Sports North
- Listen: KFAN 100.3 FM
- Gamecenter: Wild vs. Kings
Team Records
- Wild Record: 1-1-0
- Kings Record: 1-2-0
- 2024-25 Series Record: 1-2-0
- All-Time Wild Record: 43-30-15 (24-12-8 at Grand Casino Arena)
Team Stats
Here’s a comparison of key stats between the Wild and the Kings:
| Team Stats | LAK | MIN |
|---|---|---|
| Power Play | 20.0% | 45.5% |
| Penalty Kill | 75.0% | 80% |
| Faceoff | 48.3% | 44.8% |
| Goals For / Games Played | 2.67 | 4.50 |
| Goals Against / Games Played | 4.00 | 3.50 |
Last Season: Wild vs. Kings
Last season, Minnesota went 1-2-0 against Los Angeles. The Kings won the series-opening game 5-1 at Grand Casino Arena on November 5th and the second game 4-1 in Los Angeles on December 7th. The Wild secured a 3-1 victory in the final game in Saint Paul on March 17th.
Ryan Hartman led Minnesota with three points (1 goal, 2 assists). Zach Bogosian (1 goal, 1 assist) and Jared Spurgeon (2 assists) each had two points. Filip Gustavsson went 1-1-0 with a 2.51 GAA and a .911 SV% in two starts. Marc-André Fleury stopped 30 of 32 shots faced in the second game.
Trevor Moore led the Kings with four points (2 goals, 2 assists). Alex Laferriere (1 goal, 2 assists), Kevin Fiala (1 goal, 2 assists), and Adrian Kempe (2 goals, 1 assist) each had three points. David Rittich saved 23 of 24 shots faced to earn the win for the Kings in the first game. Darcy Kuemper went 1-1-0 with a 1.53 GAA and a .932 SV% in two starts.
Key Player Stats
Wild Leaders Against Kings
- Vladimir Tarasenko: 27 points (12 goals, 15 assists) in 30 career games vs. Los Angeles
- Mats Zuccarello: 19 points (6 goals, 13 assists) in 31 career contests
- Kirill Kaprizov: 17 points (10 goals, 7 assists) in 19 games
- Marcus Johansson: 15 points (8 goals, 7 assists) in 28 games
- Jared Spurgeon: 15 points (4 goals, 11 assists) in 42 games
Kings Leaders Against Wild
- Anze Kopitar: 59 points (17 goals, 42 assists) in 68 career games vs. Minnesota
- Corey Perry: 45 points (24 goals, 21 assists) in 57 games
- Drew Doughty: 38 points (7 goals, 31 assists) in 56 contests
- Adrian Kempe: 19 points (8 goals, 11 assists) in 29 games
- Trevor Moore: 13 points (6 goals, 7 assists) in 23 meetings
Player & Coaching Connections
- Minnesota Goaltending Coach Frederic Chabot played 12 games (9 starts) with the Kings in 1997-98.
- Jake Middleton was selected by the Kings in the seventh round (210th overall) of the 2014 NHL Draft.
- Brock Faber was drafted by the Kings in the second round (45th overall) of the 2020 NHL Draft.
- Kevin Fiala played three seasons (2019-22) with Minnesota, appearing in 215 games.
- Darcy Kuemper was selected by the Wild in the sixth round of the 2009 NHL Draft.
- Mikey Anderson hails from Fridley and skated at Hill-Murray and the University of Minnesota Duluth.
Fast Facts
- The Wild are 13-4-1 in their last 18 home games against the Kings since March 28, 2015.
What You Missed This Summer on Wild Hockey
- Minnesota Wild Unveils 25th Anniversary Jersey and Theme Nights | September 25, 2025
- Minnesota Wild Signs Kirill Kaprizov to an Eight-year Contract Extension | September 30, 2025
- Minnesota Wild Signs Filip Gustavsson to a Five-year Contract Extension | October 4, 2025
Tonight’s game between the Minnesota Wild and the Los Angeles Kings promises to be an exciting contest. With both teams looking to solidify their positions early in the season, expect a high-intensity matchup at the Grand Casino Arena. Key players to watch include Minnesota’s Vladimir Tarasenko and Los Angeles’ Anze Kopitar, who have historically performed well against their respective opponents.
Stay tuned to FYM News for post-game analysis, player interviews, and further updates on the Wild’s season. Don’t miss the action as the Wild aim to rebound and showcase their potential in front of their home fans.
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