The Los Angeles Kings take on the Vancouver Canucks at the Rogers Arena this Thursday. The puck drop is set to take place at 10 PM EST.
The Kings (24-12-5) have two losses in their last three games as the side continues their decline in form, while the Canucks (19-14-10) looked to have put an end to their disastrous form with a 3-0 win against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Sunday but the following game against the Jets (6-1) was a different story.
Los Angeles Kings vs Vancouver Canucks game info
- Date: Thursday, Jan. 16
- Time: 10 p.m. EST
- Venue: Rogers Arena, Vancouver
- TV Broadcast: SNP, FDSNW
- Live Streaming US: ESPN+
- Live Streaming Canada: Sportsnet App, TVA App
- Live Streaming RoW: NHL.tv
Los Angeles Kings game preview
It was a tough battle as the Kings lost away from home against the Edmonton Oilers with a scoreline of 1-0. The Kings fought hard throughout the game, but a vital goal from Connor McDavid swayed the game in the opponents' favor as the Kings looked to avoid a third straight defeat.
Los Angeles Kings injuries
Drew Doughty is currently the only Kings' player sidelined due to an injury. The return date for the star looks to be around the corner as the head coach of the side confirmed he has resumed skating.
Vancouver Canucks game preview
Despite pulling off a stunning 3-0 away defeat against the Maple Leafs, the Canucks followed it up with a thumping 6-1 defeat away from home against the Winnipeg Jets. The Canucks fans were optimistic about their victory to be a turning point in their season but the side seems to have reverted to their poor form.
Vancouver Canucks injuries
Dakota Joshua is the only player currently sidelined for the Canucks due to his ongoing injury. The return date for the forward is yet to be determined.
Kings and Canucks key players
Anze Kopitar and Adrian Kempe have put forth a fantastic partnership this season, scoring 79 points so far. Kopitar leads the points charts with 40 points, while Kempe closely follows him with 39.
Quinn Hughes has contributed two points in their penultimate game against the Maple Leafs and blanked in their most recent outing against the Jets as the fans will be hopeful of him adding points to his impressive 47 points this season.