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Los Angeles Kings vs San Jose Sharks: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Los Angeles Kings (5-8-2) visit the San Jose Sharks (8-11-1) on Friday, December 11, 2026 at 10:00 PM ET, at SAP Center at San Jose, San Jose, CA. TV: NBC Sports BA, ABTV. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for San Jose Sharks vs Los Angeles Kings.

NHLFriday, December 11, 2026
10:00 PM ETDec 11, 2026
DateDec 11, 2026
Time10:00 PM ET
VenueSAP Center at San Jose, San Jose, CA
TVNBC Sports BA, ABTV

Team comparison

Los Angeles KingsSan Jose Sharks
Goals per game
3.0
2.5
Goals allowed per game
3.5
3.5
5-8-2Record8-11-1
7th in Pacific DivisionStanding5th in Pacific Division
3-5Road record / home record4-5
LWLWLLast 5WLLLL
L1StreakW1

Team stats

Los Angeles KingsSan Jose Sharks
Goals Against Average
3.47
3.50
Shots Against per Game
27.9
30.2
Penalty Kill Percentage
62.5
76.4
Power Play Goals Against
18
17
Short Handed Goals Against
0
0
Goals For per Game
3.00
2.45
Shots per Game
27.9
27.6
Power Play Goals
12
15
Power Play Percentage
23.1
20.3
Short Handed Goals
2
4
Penalty Minutes
157
219

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
San Jose Sharks
Igor Chernyshov LW · Upper Body
Injured Reserve
Quentin Musty LW · Upper Body
Injured Reserve
Kyle Keyser G · Upper Body
Injured Reserve

Recent form

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
Nov 9, 2026 · vs New York IslandersW 3-2
Nov 7, 2026 · at Dallas StarsL 3-4
Nov 6, 2026 · at Minnesota WildL 1-4
Nov 4, 2026 · at Los Angeles KingsL 2-7
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Calgary FlamesL 1-2

Season series

Series tied 1-1
Dec 11, 2026LA 0, SJ 0
Dec 9, 2026SJ 0, LA 0
Nov 4, 2026SJ 2, LA 7
Oct 3, 2026LA 4, SJ 5

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Los Angeles Kings vs San Jose Sharks?

The game is on Friday, December 11, 2026 at 10:00 PM ET at SAP Center at San Jose, San Jose, CA.

How can I watch Los Angeles Kings vs San Jose Sharks?

TV: NBC Sports BA, ABTV.

What are the records of the Los Angeles Kings and San Jose Sharks?

Los Angeles Kings: 5-8-2. San Jose Sharks: 8-11-1.

Who is injured for Los Angeles Kings vs San Jose Sharks?

Listed out or doubtful: Los Angeles Kings: Erik Gustafsson, Kevin Fiala, Jakub Dvorak. San Jose Sharks: Igor Chernyshov, Quentin Musty, Kyle Keyser. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Los Angeles Kings vs San Jose Sharks played?

SAP Center at San Jose, San Jose, CA.

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