10/11 Preview: North Border Tactics, Moore’s Magic, Byfield Excels, Malott Returns

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10/11 Preview: North Border Tactics, Moore’s Magic, Byfield Excels, Malott Returns

The Los Angeles Kings face off against the Winnipeg Jets in their third regular-season game of the 2025 NHL season. This match will be held on October 11 at 10:30 AM Pacific time at Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Game Preview: Kings vs. Jets

The Kings, holding a record of 1-1-0, are embarking on a two-game road trip. This encounter against the Jets marks their first meeting of the season. The Jets are 0-1-0 after losing to the Dallas Stars in narrow fashion, with a score of 5-4 on opening night.

Head-to-Head Insights

Last season, Adrian Kempe led the Kings against the Jets, scoring six points (3 goals, 3 assists) in three games.
Kempe recorded the game-winning goal in overtime during a 2-1 victory for the Kings at Canada Life Centre in January.

Kings’ Lineup and Strategies

Based on recent practices, the Kings are likely to field a similar lineup from their match against Vegas. However, changes are anticipated in goal, with Darcy Kuemper expected to start. Kuemper has a strong track record versus Winnipeg, boasting an 8-2-0 record and a .920 save percentage.

There will be no morning skate before this afternoon’s game, keeping any adjustments under wraps until game time. Potential lineup changes could involve Jacob Moverare and Samuel Helenius, who are traveling with the team.

Jets’ Recent Performance

The Jets’ roster features familiar faces, including former Kings Gabriel Vilardi, Alex Iafallo, and Tanner Pearson. Vilardi has six points in five games against Los Angeles, indicating a potential threat.

Player Highlights: Moore and Byfield

Trevor Moore’s contributions have been significant. Notably, he has the second-most shorthanded goals in the NHL since his Kings debut in February 2020, trailing only Chris Kreider. His recent power play goal against Vegas reignited Kings’ momentum during a challenging game.

Quinton Byfield, another player to watch, has shown impressive speed, recording the third-most speed bursts of 20 MPH this season, following only Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon. Byfield’s strong skating and offensive contributions will be critical as the Kings seek victory.

Welcome Back: Jeff Malott

Returning to Winnipeg is Jeff Malott, who recently scored his first NHL goal. Malott previously spent four seasons with the Jets organization and holds the record for most goals with the AHL’s Manitoba Moose. His return is particularly special, as he has never played an NHL game at Canada Life Centre.

Broadcast Information

This game marks the first broadcast of the season on FanDuel Sports Network. Coverage will be available on ESPN LA 710 and the LA Kings app, with John Kelly and Jim Fox calling the action. Fans can also enjoy pre-game features and post-game discussions provided by Daryl Evans and Carrlyn Bathe.