The Utah Hockey Club is set to take on the Los Angeles Kings, with both teams aiming to build on their promising season openers.
Currently sitting at 4-3-1, Utah is positioned mid-table in the Central Division but comes off two consecutive defeats. Utah has seen similarly high totals, combining with opponents to exceed six goals in five of their eight games so far.
Meanwhile, Los Angeles holds a 4-2-2 record, placing them second in the Pacific Division. High-scoring games have been a trend for both teams this season, with Los Angeles and their opponents tallying over six goals in three of their eight matchups.
Both teams are aiming to climb the ranks in the Western Conference, setting the stage for an exciting showdown
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the Los Angeles Kings vs the Utah Hockey Club NHL game, plus plenty more.
Los Angeles Kings vs Utah Hockey Club: Date and puck-drop time
The Los Angeles Kings and Utah Hockey Club will lock horns against each other in a highly anticipated NHL game on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 4:00 pm ET/ 1:00 pm PT, at Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, California.
| Date | Saturday, October 26, 2024 |
| Puck-Drop Time | 4:00 pm ET/ 1:00 pm PT |
| Venue | Crypto.com Arena |
| Location | Los Angeles, California |
How to watch Los Angeles Kings vs Utah Hockey Club on TV & stream live online
Local TV Channel: Utah 16, BSW
Streaming service: NHL Power Play on ESPN+
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How to listen to live commentary of Los Angeles Kings vs Utah Hockey Club
Audio stream: SiriusXM
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Los Angeles Kings vs Utah Hockey Club team news
Los Angeles Kings team news & key players
Anze Kopitar, Adrian Kempe, and Alex Laferriere have led the top two lines with a combined 10 goals and 11 assists, while other forwards have stepped up as well. Kevin Fiala, Alex Turcotte, and Warren Foegele have tallied eight goals and four assists together, while defensemen Brandt Clarke, Jordan Spence, and Michael Anderson have added three goals and 10 assists from the blue line to boost the offense. Vladislav Gavrikov and Michael Anderson have anchored the top two defensive pairings, but the rest of the defense has struggled, leaving opponents with plenty of clear looks at the net.
Utah Hockey Club team news & key players
Clayton Keller and Nick Schmaltz have led the top line with four goals and 11 assists combined, yet the remainder of the offense has struggled to keep pace. Meanwhile, Mikhail Sergachev and Ian Cole have stabilized the top two defensive pairings, but the rest of the defense has faltered, frequently leaving opponents with easy shots on goal. Goaltender Connor Ingram has faced challenges in the net, posting a .861 save percentage and a 3.82 goals-against average across 151 shots, with -5.7 goals saved above average.
Los Angeles Kings vs Utah Hockey Club head-to-head record
| Date | Game | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 01/01/24 | Utah Hockey Club 3-2 Los Angeles Kings | NHL |