Los Angeles Kings vs Edmonton Oilers: Channel list, live streaming options & more for 2024 NHL Playoffs Game 1 | April 22, 2024

The Edmonton Oilers will today face off against the Los Angeles Kings in Game 1 of the NHL Playoffs First Round. The Monday game at Rogers Place will start at 10:00 PM ET.

The game will be hosted by the Oilers and broadcast on Bally Sports.

Los Angeles Kings vs Edmonton Oilers: Channel list

• Date: Monday, April 22, 2024
• Venue: Rogers Place
• Time: 10:00 PM ET
• TV Channel: Bally Sports
• Live Stream: Fubo TV

Los Angeles Kings vs Edmonton Oilers: Game preview

For the third consecutive year, the Oilers and Kings find themselves pitted against each other in the quest for playoff glory. This kind of recurring matchup echoes a time from over two decades ago, reminiscent of the 2001 playoffs, when the Dallas Stars and the Edmonton Oilers met repeatedly.

Coach Kris Knoblauch leads the Oilers as they aim to replicate the Stars' success by advancing to the conference semifinals for the third straight season. Their recent history against the Kings speaks of their dominance, having won the series in six games last year and in seven games back in 2022.

During the regular season, both teams underwent coaching changes that led to significant success.

Under Kris Knoblauch's leadership, the Oilers surged and boasted a league-best 97 points since his appointment.Likewise, Jim Hiller's tenure saw the Kings excel with a 21-12-1 record, particularly impressive at home with a 14-3-1 mark.

In terms of playoff history, the Oilers hold the upper hand, having advanced seven times out of their previous nine postseason encounters with the Kings. Los Angeles, however, looks to change this narrative, aiming to make a statement in the 2024 playoffs.

Players leading the team's offence

The matchup features some of the NHL's brightest stars. Edmonton's Connor McDavid, with 132 points, and Leon Draisaitl, with 106 points, pose a formidable offensive threat.

Their past playoff performances against the Kings have been impressive, with a combined 22 goals and 11 assists in recent postseason series.

Trevor Moore with 31 goals and Adrian Kempe with 75 points (28 goals, 47 assists) lead the Kings' offence. Anze Kopitar's veteran presence and scoring ability add depth to the Kings' lineup, making them a well-rounded offensive force.

Los Angeles Kings vs Edmonton Oilers: Goaltending

In the crease, Edmonton's Stuart Skinner and Los Angeles' Cam Talbot bring their A-game. Skinner's impressive record and franchise record-breaking streak highlight his potential, while Talbot's consistency and playoff experience make him a reliable presence for the Kings.

Cam Talbot's season stats:

• GP (Games Played): 54
• GS (Games Started): 52
• Wins: 27
• Losses: 20
• OTL (Overtime Losses): 6
• GA (Goals Against): 130
• GA/G (Goals Against Average): 2.50
• SA (Shots Against): 1490
• SV (Saves): 1361
• SV% (Save Percentage): .913
• SO (Shutouts): 3
• TOI/G (Time on Ice per Game): 57:42

Stuart Skinner's season stats:

• GP (Games Played): 59
• GS (Games Started): 57
• Wins: 36
• Losses: 16
• OTL (Overtime Losses): 5
• GA (Goals Against): 147
• GA/G (Goals Against Average): 2.62
• SA (Shots Against): 1553
• SV (Saves): 1406
• SV% (Save Percentage): .905
• SO (Shutouts): 2
• TOI/G (Time on Ice per Game): 56:58