Vegas Golden Knights vs Los Angeles Kings, April 8, 2027
Vegas Golden Knights8-4-1, 17 pts- 9:00 PMCT
- 8:00 PMMT
- 7:00 PMPT
Los Angeles Kings2-5-2, 6 ptsThe Vegas Golden Knights visit the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday, April 8, 2027. Puck drop is 10:00 PM ET on Scripps Sports. The Golden Knights arrive at 8-4-1 and the Kings at 2-5-2. The clubs have met once already in 2026-27 and the Golden Knights lead the season series 1-0.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Apr 8 | Scripps Sports | Scheduled |
Golden Knights vs Kings Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Kings play at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
| Matchup | Vegas Golden Knights at Los Angeles Kings |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, April 8, 2027 |
| Puck drop | 10:00 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | Scripps Sports |
| Venue | Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles |
| Home team | Los Angeles Kings (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Away team | Vegas Golden Knights |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Golden Knights vs Kings Start?
The Golden Knights vs Kings start time is 10:00 PM ET on Thursday, April 8, 2027. That is 9:00 PM Central, 8:00 PM Mountain and 7:00 PM Pacific.
| Time zone | Start | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ET) | 10:00 PM | |
| Central (CT) | 9:00 PM | |
| Mountain (MT) | 8:00 PM | |
| Pacific (PT) | 7:00 PM | Los Angeles, Vegas |
| Atlantic (AT) | 11:00 PM | |
| Newfoundland (NT) | 11:30 PM | |
| Your time |
How to Watch Golden Knights vs Kings
Vegas Golden Knights at Los Angeles Kings is on Scripps Sports, with puck drop at 10:00 PM ET.
National NHL games in the United States air on ESPN, ABC, TNT, truTV and ESPN+. Games outside those windows go to the regional networks for the Los Angeles and Vegas markets.
Golden Knights vs Kings in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Golden Knights and the Kings meet 4 times in 2026-27. 1 game has been played and the Golden Knights lead the season series 1-0. Every meeting is listed below with its result or start time, and each one opens that game's own page.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 10 | Los Angeles KingsLAK1Vegas Golden KnightsVGK2 0-0, 1-1, 0-0, OT 0-1 | Scripps Sports | Final/OT | |
| Tue, Dec 1 | Vegas Golden KnightsVGKLos Angeles KingsLAK | Scripps Sports | Scheduled | |
| Thu, Apr 8 | Scripps Sports | Scheduled | ||
| Sat, Apr 10 | Los Angeles KingsLAKVegas Golden KnightsVGK | ABTV, Scripps Sports | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Golden Knights and Kings
The Golden Knights are 8-4-1, 2nd in the Pacific Division with 17 points and a last-10 record of 6-3-1. The Kings are 2-5-2, 7th in the Pacific with 6 points and 2-5-2 in their last 10.
| Team | GP | Record | PTS | Home | Away | GF | GA | Streak | Last 10 | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 8-4-1 | 17 | 5-2-0 | 3-2-1 | 47 | 38 | OT1 | 6-3-1 | OTLLWW | |
| 9 | 2-5-2 | 6 | 0-3-0 | 2-2-2 | 21 | 32 | L1 | 2-5-2 | LWWLL |
Next Game for the Golden Knights and the Kings
Vegas Golden Knights
The Golden Knights next play vs Los Angeles Kings on Saturday, April 10, 2027 at 10:30 PM ET on ABTV, Scripps Sports.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Apr 10 | Los Angeles KingsLAKVegas Golden KnightsVGK | ABTV, Scripps Sports | Scheduled |
Los Angeles Kings
The Kings next play at Vegas Golden Knights on Saturday, April 10, 2027 at 10:30 PM ET on ABTV, Scripps Sports.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Apr 10 | Los Angeles KingsLAKVegas Golden KnightsVGK | ABTV, Scripps Sports | Scheduled |
FAQ About Golden Knights vs Kings
What time is Golden Knights vs Kings on April 8?
10:00 PM ET (9:00 PM CT, 8:00 PM MT, 7:00 PM PT). Atlantic, Newfoundland and your own local time are in the start-time table above.
What channel is Golden Knights vs Kings on?
The game is on Scripps Sports. National games also stream on ESPN+ in the United States; in Canada the Sportsnet windows apply.
Where is Golden Knights vs Kings being played?
At Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, home of the Los Angeles Kings. The Vegas Golden Knights are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Golden Knights or the Kings?
The Golden Knights. They are 8-4-1 with 17 points, against 2-5-2 and 6 points for the Kings.
How many times do the Golden Knights and Kings play in 2026-27?
4 times. 1 game has been played and the Golden Knights lead the season series 1-0.
Does Golden Knights vs Kings count in the standings?
Yes. It is a regular-season game: two points for a win, one for a loss in overtime or a shootout.
What time does Golden Knights vs Kings end?
A regular-season NHL game runs about 2 hours 30 minutes, so this one should end around 12:30 AM ET. Overtime adds up to five minutes, and a shootout a few more.
Is Golden Knights vs Kings on national TV?
No. Scripps Sports is a regional broadcast, shown in the Los Angeles and Vegas markets. Outside those markets it needs an out-of-market package.
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