Game Details
Puckdrop is scheduled for 10:00 PM ET (7:00 PM PT)
Venue: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, California
Broadcast: The game will be available on ESPN+, NHL Network, and regional networks like Bally Sports or Sportsnet, with live coverage on platforms like NHL.tv.
The Dallas Stars (26-10-9) visit the Los Angeles Kings (19-15-10) in a Western Conference matchup. Dallas, second in the Central Division, looks to rebound from a recent overtime loss and extend their strong road form (13-5-5 away). The Kings, fifth in the Pacific, aim to build on a mixed recent stretch at home (10-7-5), where they’ve emphasized defensive improvements but struggled with consistency.
Recent Team Forms
Dallas has gone 3-1-1 in their last five, outscoring opponents 18-13 with a focus on goaltending (Jake Oettinger .920 SV% in stretch). Los Angeles is 3-1-1 in their last five, rebounding from losses with shootout wins, but allowing 3.2 goals per game.
| Team | Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Stars | Jan 10, 2026 | vs San Jose Sharks | Loss (OT) | 4-5 |
| Stars | Jan 7, 2026 | vs Washington Capitals | Win | 4-1 |
| Stars | Jan 3, 2026 | vs Montreal Canadiens | Loss | 3-4 |
| Stars | Jan 1, 2026 | @ Winnipeg Jets | Win | 5-2 |
| Stars | Dec 30, 2025 | vs Carolina Hurricanes | Win | 5-3 |
| Kings | Jan 10, 2026 | @ Edmonton Oilers | Win (SO) | 4-3 |
| Kings | Jan 8, 2026 | vs Washington Capitals | Loss | 1-5 |
| Kings | Jan 5, 2026 | vs Minnesota Wild | Win | 4-2 |
| Kings | Jan 3, 2026 | vs Minnesota Wild | Win (SO) | 5-4 |
| Kings | Jan 1, 2026 | @ Winnipeg Jets | Loss | 1-5 |
Injury Report
Injuries could play a key role, with Dallas missing offensive depth and LA without their captain Kopitar, forcing lineup adjustments. Jamie Benn is a game-time decision after skating, while Joel Armia is probable.
Dallas Stars:
Lian Bichsel (D): Out (Lower Body) – Estimated Return: TBD
Tyler Seguin (C): Out (ACL) – Estimated Return: TBD
Jamie Benn (LW): Day-To-Day (Upper Body) – Estimated Return: Jan 12, 2026 (Game-Time Decision)
Los Angeles Kings:
Anze Kopitar (C): Out (Lower Body) – Estimated Return: TBD
Joel Armia (RW): Day-To-Day (Upper Body) – Estimated Return: Jan 12, 2026
Trevor Moore (LW): Out (Upper Body) – Estimated Return: TBD
Key Player Matchups
With Kopitar out, LA’s center depth is tested against Dallas’ strong middle. Expect high-scoring potential from stars like Robertson and Draisaitl exploiting mismatches. Goaltending: Oettinger (.918 SV%) vs. Cam Talbot (.910 SV%).
Roope Hintz (Stars C) vs. Phillip Danault (Kings C): Hintz’s speed (15 goals) against Danault’s shutdown role, stepping up for Kopitar.
Jason Robertson (Stars LW) vs. Quinton Byfield (Kings C): Robertson’s scoring (20 goals) vs. Byfield’s emerging two-way play.
Matt Duchene (Stars C) vs. Adrian Kempe (Kings RW): Duchene’s veteran savvy vs. Kempe’s shot volume (leading LA with 18 goals).
Miro Heiskanen (Stars D) vs. Alex Laferriere (Kings RW): Heiskanen’s mobility (25 assists) vs. Laferriere’s net-front presence.
Jake Oettinger (Stars G) vs. Cam Talbot (Kings G): Oettinger’s consistency in road wins vs. Talbot’s home strength.
Series History
Dallas has dominated recently, going 7-3 in the last 10 meetings, outscoring LA 38-28. Overall, no full record provided, but trends show Dallas winning 4 straight road games at Crypto.com Arena. Games average 6.6 combined goals in the last 10, with the over hitting in 6.
Betting Trends
The line has held steady with Dallas as slight favorites, reflecting their form despite road status. The total is low at 5.5, but series history leans over (6/10). Dallas is 7-3 ATS in last 10 vs. LA; Kings are 12-11 ATS at home.
Game Odds
Dallas Stars – 120
Los Angeles Kings 5.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Sunday, January 11, 2026
