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Stars vs. Kings prediction: Dallas favored to win Monday's NHL matchup [1/12/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Dallas Stars vs Los Angeles Kings predictions for NHL Monday.
The Los Angeles Kings and Dallas Stars will meet in the NHL at Crypto.com Arena on Monday, starting at 10:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives the Stars a slight edge with a 52% win probability over the Kings.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Monday's Stars vs. Kings matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Stars vs. Kings prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's NHL matchup between the Stars and Kings 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Stars a 52% chance of defeating the Kings.
According to our model, the Kings (+1.5) have a 70% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 56% chance of going over.
Stars vs. Kings odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Stars | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+210) | +1.5 (-235) |
| Moneyline | -118 | +100 |
| Total | o5.5 (-135) | u5.5 (+114) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Stars vs. Kings picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Kings +1.5 | -235 |
| Moneyline | Kings | +100 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | -135 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Kings +1.5 at the spread.
Stars vs. Kings player props
Who will score a goal in Stars vs. Kings?
According to our model, Jason Robertson is most likely to score an anytime goal in Stars vs. Kings.
Our projections give Robertson a 37.7% chance of scoring a goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the star is a 7.6% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Dallas Stars
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jason Robertson | 37.7% |
| Wyatt Johnston | 32.8% |
| Mikko Rantanen | 32.0% |
| Roope Hintz | 25.7% |
| Matt Duchene | 19.8% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 34.3% |
| Kevin Fiala | 32.2% |
| Alex Laferriere | 27.6% |
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 26.0% |
| Quinton Byfield | 25.9% |
First goal scorer predictions
Dallas Stars
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jason Robertson | 7.6% |
| Mikko Rantanen | 6.9% |
| Wyatt Johnston | 6.3% |
| Roope Hintz | 5.3% |
| Matt Duchene | 3.6% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Kevin Fiala | 6.9% |
| Adrian Kempe | 6.8% |
| Alex Laferriere | 5.3% |
| Andrei Kuzmenko | 5.2% |
| Quinton Byfield | 4.8% |
Stars vs. Kings game-day updates and essential details
Monday's action between the Kings and Stars at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to start at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: Dallas Stars vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Date: Monday, January 12, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Stars, with a 52% win probability, will likely beat the Kings on Monday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Stars vs. Kings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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