Carolina Hurricanes vs Los Angeles Kings, March 18, 2027
Carolina Hurricanes9-2-2, 20 pts- 9:00 PMCT
- 8:00 PMMT
- 7:00 PMPT
Los Angeles Kings2-5-2, 6 ptsThe Carolina Hurricanes visit the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday, March 18, 2027. Puck drop is 10:00 PM ET on ABTV, CARNHL. The Hurricanes arrive at 9-2-2 and the Kings at 2-5-2. It is the first meeting of the two clubs in 2026-27.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Mar 18 | ABTV, CARNHL | Scheduled |
Hurricanes vs Kings Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Kings play at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
| Matchup | Carolina Hurricanes at Los Angeles Kings |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, March 18, 2027 |
| Puck drop | 10:00 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | ABTV, CARNHL |
| Venue | Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles |
| Home team | Los Angeles Kings (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Away team | Carolina Hurricanes |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Hurricanes vs Kings Start?
The Hurricanes vs Kings start time is 10:00 PM ET on Thursday, March 18, 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 | Carolina |
| Central (CT) | 9:00 PM | |
| Mountain (MT) | 8:00 PM | |
| Pacific (PT) | 7:00 PM | Los Angeles |
| Atlantic (AT) | 11:00 PM | |
| Newfoundland (NT) | 11:30 PM | |
| Your time |
How to Watch Hurricanes vs Kings
Carolina Hurricanes at Los Angeles Kings is on ABTV, CARNHL, 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 Carolina markets.
Hurricanes vs Kings in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Hurricanes and the Kings meet twice in 2026-27. None of the games has been played yet; this is the season series in full.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Jan 30 | Los Angeles KingsLAKCarolina HurricanesCAR | ABTV, CARNHL | Scheduled | |
| Thu, Mar 18 | ABTV, CARNHL | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Hurricanes and Kings
The Hurricanes are 9-2-2, 1st in the Metropolitan Division with 20 points and a last-10 record of 8-1-1. 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 | 9-2-2 | 20 | 2-1-1 | 7-1-1 | 51 | 33 | W1 | 8-1-1 | WOTWLW | |
| 9 | 2-5-2 | 6 | 0-3-0 | 2-2-2 | 21 | 32 | L1 | 2-5-2 | LWWLL |
Next Game for the Hurricanes and the Kings
Carolina Hurricanes
The Hurricanes next play at San Jose Sharks on Saturday, March 20, 2027 at 10:30 PM ET on NBC Sports BA.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Mar 20 | Carolina HurricanesCAR San Jose SharksSJS | NBC Sports BA | Scheduled |
Los Angeles Kings
The Kings next play at Seattle Kraken on Sunday, March 21, 2027 at 8:00 PM ET on ABTV.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Mar 21 | Los Angeles KingsLAK Seattle KrakenSEA | ABTV | Scheduled |
FAQ About Hurricanes vs Kings
What time is Hurricanes vs Kings on March 18?
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 Hurricanes vs Kings on?
The game is on ABTV, CARNHL. National games also stream on ESPN+ in the United States; in Canada the Sportsnet windows apply.
Where is Hurricanes vs Kings being played?
At Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, home of the Los Angeles Kings. The Carolina Hurricanes are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Hurricanes or the Kings?
The Hurricanes. They are 9-2-2 with 20 points, against 2-5-2 and 6 points for the Kings.
How many times do the Hurricanes and Kings play in 2026-27?
Twice. None has been played yet.
Does Hurricanes 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 Hurricanes 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 Hurricanes vs Kings on national TV?
No. ABTV, CARNHL is a regional broadcast, shown in the Los Angeles and Carolina markets. Outside those markets it needs an out-of-market package.
Updated All times Eastern Time (ET)