Games / NHL / Jan 26, 2027

Los Angeles Kings vs Tampa Bay Lightning: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Los Angeles Kings (5-9-2) visit the Tampa Bay Lightning (11-4-2) on Tuesday, January 26, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET, at Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL. TV: The Spot - MTN, ABTV. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Tampa Bay Lightning vs Los Angeles Kings.

NHLTuesday, January 26, 2027

Los Angeles Kings5-9-2

7:00 PM ETJan 26, 2027

Tampa Bay Lightning11-4-2

DateJan 26, 2027

Time7:00 PM ET

VenueBenchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL

TVThe Spot - MTN, ABTV

Team comparison

Los Angeles KingsTampa Bay Lightning

Goals per game

2.8

3.7

Goals allowed per game

3.4

3.1

5-9-2Record11-4-2

7th in Pacific DivisionStanding3rd in Atlantic Division

3-5Road record / home record8-0

LLWLWLast 5LWWWL

L2StreakL1

Team stats

Los Angeles KingsTampa Bay Lightning

Goals Against Average

3.47

3.06

Shots Against per Game

27.9

24.7

Penalty Kill Percentage

62.5

72.9

Power Play Goals Against

Short Handed Goals Against

Goals For per Game

3.00

3.71

Shots per Game

27.9

29.9

Power Play Goals

Power Play Percentage

23.1

19.4

Short Handed Goals

Penalty Minutes

157

140

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

Tampa Bay Lightning

Brayden Point C · Undisclosed - Not Specified

Injured Reserve

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

Tampa Bay LightningLWWWL

Nov 8, 2026 · at Winnipeg JetsL 3-4

Nov 7, 2026 · at Minnesota WildW 4-3

Nov 5, 2026 · vs Chicago BlackhawksW 4-1

Nov 3, 2026 · vs Detroit Red WingsW 4-2

Oct 31, 2026 · at Nashville PredatorsL 4-5

Season series

Series starts 1/26

Mar 3, 2027TB 0, LA 0

Jan 26, 2027LA 0, TB 0

Team pages

Los Angeles Kings
Schedule, roster and stats

Tampa Bay Lightning
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Los Angeles Kings vs Tampa Bay Lightning?

The game is on Tuesday, January 26, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET at Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL.

How can I watch Los Angeles Kings vs Tampa Bay Lightning?

TV: The Spot - MTN, ABTV.

What are the records of the Los Angeles Kings and Tampa Bay Lightning?

Los Angeles Kings: 5-9-2. Tampa Bay Lightning: 11-4-2.

Who is injured for Los Angeles Kings vs Tampa Bay Lightning?

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

Where is Los Angeles Kings vs Tampa Bay Lightning played?

Benchmark International Arena, Tampa, FL.

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