San Jose Sharks vs Los Angeles Kings, Dec. 9, 2026
San Jose Sharks6-5-1, 13 pts- 9:00 PMCT
- 8:00 PMMT
- 7:00 PMPT
Los Angeles Kings2-5-2, 6 ptsThe San Jose Sharks visit the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2026. Puck drop is 10:00 PM ET on TNT, truTV. The Sharks arrive at 6-5-1 and the Kings at 2-5-2. The clubs have met once already in 2026-27 and the Sharks lead the season series 1-0.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Dec 9 | TNT, truTV | Scheduled |
Sharks vs Kings Game Details
The fixed facts for this game in one place. The Kings play at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
| Matchup | San Jose Sharks at Los Angeles Kings |
|---|---|
| Date | Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2026 |
| Puck drop | 10:00 PM ET |
| Status | Scheduled |
| TV | TNT, truTV |
| Venue | Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles |
| Home team | Los Angeles Kings (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Away team | San Jose Sharks |
| Game type | Regular season |
| Season | 2026-27 |
What Time Does Sharks vs Kings Start?
The Sharks vs Kings start time is 10:00 PM ET on Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2026. 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, San Jose |
| Atlantic (AT) | 11:00 PM | |
| Newfoundland (NT) | 11:30 PM | |
| Your time |
How to Watch Sharks vs Kings
San Jose Sharks at Los Angeles Kings is on TNT, truTV, 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 San Jose markets.
Sharks vs Kings in 2026-27: Head to Head
The Sharks and the Kings meet 4 times in 2026-27. 1 game has been played and the Sharks 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 3 | Los Angeles KingsLAK4San Jose SharksSJS5 1-0, 1-3, 2-1, OT 0-1 | NBC Sports BA | Final/OT | |
| Wed, Nov 4 | San Jose SharksSJSLos Angeles KingsLAK | TNT, truTV | Scheduled | |
| Wed, Dec 9 | TNT, truTV | Scheduled | ||
| Fri, Dec 11 | Los Angeles KingsLAKSan Jose SharksSJS | NBC Sports BA | Scheduled |
Form and Standings: Sharks and Kings
The Sharks are 6-5-1, 4th in the Pacific Division with 13 points and a last-10 record of 4-5-1. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 6-5-1 | 13 | 2-2-0 | 4-3-1 | 37 | 43 | L1 | 4-5-1 | LWWLOT | |
| 9 | 2-5-2 | 6 | 0-3-0 | 2-2-2 | 21 | 32 | L1 | 2-5-2 | LWWLL |
Next Game for the Sharks and the Kings
San Jose Sharks
The Sharks next play vs Los Angeles Kings on Friday, Dec. 11, 2026 at 10:00 PM ET on NBC Sports BA.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Dec 11 | Los Angeles KingsLAKSan Jose SharksSJS | NBC Sports BA | Scheduled |
Los Angeles Kings
The Kings next play at San Jose Sharks on Friday, Dec. 11, 2026 at 10:00 PM ET on NBC Sports BA.
| Date | Start time | Matchup | TV | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Dec 11 | Los Angeles KingsLAKSan Jose SharksSJS | NBC Sports BA | Scheduled |
FAQ About Sharks vs Kings
What time is Sharks vs Kings on Dec. 9?
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 Sharks vs Kings on?
The game is on TNT, truTV. National games also stream on ESPN+ in the United States; in Canada the Sportsnet windows apply.
Where is Sharks vs Kings being played?
At Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, home of the Los Angeles Kings. The San Jose Sharks are the visiting team.
Who has the better record, the Sharks or the Kings?
The Sharks. They are 6-5-1 with 13 points, against 2-5-2 and 6 points for the Kings.
How many times do the Sharks and Kings play in 2026-27?
4 times. 1 game has been played and the Sharks lead the season series 1-0.
Does Sharks 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 Sharks 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 Sharks vs Kings on national TV?
Yes. TNT, truTV is a national broadcaster, so the game is available across the United States without a regional sports network.
Updated All times Eastern Time (ET)