I expect Ben Bishop to make his first start for the Kings here - and for him to shine in goal.

Both teams carry high fatigue ratings. Calgary is playing for the fifth time in eight days. The Flames last played at home 13 days ago.

The Kings are in action for the fourth time in six days. LA played last night, too, losing 5-4 in overtime on the road to Minnesota.

So I'm expecting a conservative, slow-moving type of game here as the teams deal with their weariness. It's also an important game for both teams in their battle to gain a wild-card playoff spot. Neither team wants to come away with no points from this game. More reason for the teams to play cautious.

The Kings are ranked first in fewest shots allowed on goal and give up the fifth-fewest goals.

The Flames have allowed two or fewer goals in five of their last six games.