Moverare Joins as Anderson/Turcotte Exit: SEA Gains, Injury News, and 43’s Impact
The Los Angeles Kings are set to face off against the Seattle Kraken in an important divisional matchup at Crypto.com Arena. This clash occurs on February 4, 2026, as both teams battle for crucial points ahead of the Olympic break.
Game Overview: Kings vs. Kraken
The Kings (24-17-13) host the Kraken (26-20-9) in the 55th game of the 2025 regular season. Following a successful road trip, the Kings aim to build on their momentum.
Head-to-Head Matchup
- Kevin Fiala stands out for the Kings, with 15 points in 13 games against the Kraken.
- Fiala scored in both encounters with Seattle this season.
- The Kings have yet to defeat the Kraken this season, having lost both previous matchups.
Team Updates: Kings
Tonight’s lineup sees Jacob Moverare stepping in for the injured Mikey Anderson. This marks Moverare’s return to the ice since January 20.
Projected lineup for the Kings includes:
- Moore – Kopitar – Armia
- Perry – Laferriere – Kempe
- Fiala – Byfield – Kuzmenko
- Malott – Helenius – Ward
- Dumoulin – Doughty
- Edmundson – Clarke
- Moverare – Ceci
- Kuemper in goal
Goaltending and Injuries
Darcy Kuemper is expected to start in net for the Kings, holding a 1-3-1 record against Seattle. His save percentage against the Kraken is .880, with an average of 3.04 goals against.
Injury updates include:
- Mikey Anderson (upper-body) – out
- Alex Turcotte (upper-body) – out
Key Players for the Kraken
Eeli Tolvanen has been a crucial player for Seattle, leading their offensive efforts against Los Angeles with four points in two games.
Focus and Strategy
Kings Head Coach Jim Hiller emphasizes maintaining focus as the players approach the Olympic break. The next two games are vital for their standings, especially since they currently trail the Kraken by just one point.
Trevor Moore stated, “We’ve got to win some games, string some together, and just get hot going into the break.” The pressure mounts as they prepare to face a challenging opponent.
Conclusion: A Crucial Showdown Ahead
The Kings face the Kraken in a game that could shift the balance in the Pacific Division standings. With injuries impacting both teams, the Kings look to make a statement on home ice. The match promises to be an intense battle for playoff positioning as they aim for the crucial two points.
