Games / NHL / Dec 19, 2026

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

The Los Angeles Kings (5-8-2) visit the Columbus Blue Jackets (7-8-0) on Saturday, December 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, at Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH. TV: ABTV, CBJNHL. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Columbus Blue Jackets vs Los Angeles Kings.

NHLSaturday, December 19, 2026

Los Angeles Kings5-8-2

7:00 PM ETDec 19, 2026

Columbus Blue Jackets7-8-0

DateDec 19, 2026

Time7:00 PM ET

VenueNationwide Arena, Columbus, OH

TVABTV, CBJNHL

Team comparison

Los Angeles KingsColumbus Blue Jackets

Goals per game

3.0

2.7

Goals allowed per game

3.5

3.1

5-8-2Record7-8-0

7th in Pacific DivisionStanding7th in Metropolitan Division

3-5Road record / home record6-3

LWLWLLast 5LWWLL

L1StreakL1

Team stats

Los Angeles KingsColumbus Blue Jackets

Goals Against Average

3.47

3.13

Shots Against per Game

27.9

28.1

Penalty Kill Percentage

62.5

75.6

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

3.00

2.53

Shots per Game

27.9

25.8

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

23.1

17.5

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

157

126

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Los Angeles Kings

Erik Gustafsson D · Undisclosed - Not Specified

Out

Kevin Fiala LW · Lower Leg - Surgery

Injured Reserve

Jakub Dvorak D · Upper Body

Injured Reserve

Columbus Blue Jackets

No injuries listed.

Recent form

Los Angeles KingsLWLWL

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

Oct 27, 2026 · at Chicago BlackhawksL 1-2

Columbus Blue JacketsLWWLL

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

Oct 29, 2026 · at Carolina HurricanesL 2-3

Season series

Series starts 12/19

Mar 5, 2027CBJ 0, LA 0

Dec 19, 2026LA 0, CBJ 0

Team pages

Los Angeles Kings
Schedule, roster and stats

Columbus 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 Saturday, December 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET at Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH.

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

TV: ABTV, CBJNHL.

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

Los Angeles Kings: 5-8-2. Columbus Blue Jackets: 7-8-0.

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

Listed out or doubtful: Los Angeles Kings: Erik Gustafsson, 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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