The Nashville Predators are set to face the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday night, aiming to break a three-game losing streak. The Predators currently hold a record of 34-31-9, while the Kings are at 30-26-18. Both teams have struggled recently, with the Kings having an 11-17-8 record at home and the Predators showing a 14-16-6 record on the road. In their previous encounter this season, the Predators triumphed in a shootout with a score of 5-4, led by Ryan O'Reilly's two goals. Key players to watch include Adrian Kempe, who has 28 goals and 35 assists for the Kings, and Steven Stamkos, who has scored 36 goals for the Predators. The matchup will be crucial for both teams as they look to improve their standings in their respective divisions.