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Los Angeles Kings vs Columbus Blue Jackets: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Los Angeles Kings (35-27-20) visit the Columbus Blue Jackets (40-30-12) on Monday, January 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, at Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH. TV: ESPN+. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Columbus Blue Jackets vs Los Angeles Kings.

NHL · Makeup date March 9Monday, January 26, 2026
Los Angeles Kings logoLos Angeles Kings35-27-20
7:00 PM ETJan 26, 2026
Columbus Blue Jackets logoColumbus Blue Jackets40-30-12
DateJan 26, 2026
Time7:00 PM ET
VenueNationwide Arena, Columbus, OH
TVESPN+

Team comparison

Los Angeles KingsColumbus Blue Jackets
Goals per game
2.8
2.6
Goals allowed per game
3.4
3.2
35-27-20Record40-30-12
7th in Pacific DivisionStanding8th in Metropolitan Division
3-5Road record / home record6-4
LLWLWLast 5LLWWL
L2StreakL2

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Los Angeles Kings
Kevin Fiala LW · Lower Leg - Surgery
Injured Reserve
Jakub Dvorak D · Upper Body
Injured Reserve
Drew Doughty D · Lower Body - Not Specified
Day-To-Day
Erik Gustafsson D · Undisclosed - Not Specified
Day-To-Day
Columbus Blue Jackets

No injuries listed.

Recent form

Los Angeles KingsLLWLW
Nov 10, 2026 · vs Nashville PredatorsL 0-3
Nov 7, 2026 · vs Pittsburgh PenguinsL 2-5
Nov 4, 2026 · vs San Jose SharksW 7-2
Oct 31, 2026 · vs Buffalo SabresL 2-3
Oct 29, 2026 · vs Ottawa SenatorsW 6-5
Columbus Blue JacketsLLWWL
Nov 10, 2026 · vs Florida PanthersL 1-4
Nov 6, 2026 · at Buffalo SabresL 2-5
Nov 5, 2026 · vs Dallas StarsW 2-1
Nov 3, 2026 · vs Colorado AvalancheW 7-2
Oct 31, 2026 · at Dallas StarsL 1-3

Season series

CBJ lead series 1-0
Mar 9, 2026LA 5, CBJ 4
Jan 26, 2026LA 0, CBJ 0
Dec 22, 2025CBJ 3, LA 1

Team pages

Los Angeles Kings
Schedule, roster and statsColumbus Blue Jackets
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Los Angeles Kings vs Columbus Blue Jackets?

The game is on Monday, January 26, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET at Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH.

How can I watch Los Angeles Kings vs Columbus Blue Jackets?

TV: ESPN+.

What are the records of the Los Angeles Kings and Columbus Blue Jackets?

Los Angeles Kings: 35-27-20. Columbus Blue Jackets: 40-30-12.

Who is injured for Los Angeles Kings vs Columbus Blue Jackets?

Listed out or doubtful: Los Angeles Kings: Kevin Fiala, Jakub Dvorak. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Los Angeles Kings vs Columbus Blue Jackets played?

Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH.

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