Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Los Angeles Kings
As the NHL season heats up, the Columbus Blue Jackets are eager to claim victory against the Los Angeles Kings today at 4 PM at Nationwide Arena. Currently positioned fourth in the Metropolitan Division, the Blue Jackets hold a record of 32 wins, 21 losses, and 9 overtime losses, accumulating 73 points. In contrast, the Kings find themselves sixth in the Pacific Division with a record of 25 wins, 23 losses, and 14 overtime losses, totaling 64 points.
Recent Performance
Recent performance shows the Blue Jackets on a positive trajectory, having recorded at least one point in five straight games, highlighted by their competitive 5-4 overtime loss to Utah last Saturday. This recent streak has allowed Columbus to earn points in 16 of their last 18 matches since January 11, with a strong showing of 14 wins, 2 losses, and 2 overtime losses. Meanwhile, they have also matched their season-best with an impressive eight-game home point streak, winning five games while clinching points in three others (5-0-3) from late October to early December. Their track record at home this season is equally commendable, with a 9-1-3 performance in 13 games played at home in 2025-26.
Statistical Highlights
Statistically speaking, since December 22, the Blue Jackets have achieved an 18-6-3 record, ranking high in the league with a joint third place in total points and points percentage, alongside the league’s sixth best goals against average at 2.74 per game. They also sit 12th in goals for, averaging 3.48, while their penalty kill ranks at 82.7%, and save percentage ties for fourth in the league at .904. Today, the team faces the 13th of 16 back-to-back sets, challenging the Kings today and then the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday. Impressively, the Blue Jackets lead this league category this season with a 16-5-3 record in back-to-backs, boasting a .729 points percentage.
Player Highlights
Beyond team accomplishments, several players have shined recently. Charlie Coyle, celebrated for his impactful contributions, notched his 11th multi-point game of the season against Utah and has amassed 7 points over the past five games. Rookie Adam Fantilli also marked a significant milestone with his 10th multi-point performance, and Kirill Marchenko has demonstrated consistency with assists in four straight games. Mattheiu Olivier continues to impress with back-to-back multi-point outings.
Injury Report
On the injury front, the Blue Jackets notably miss Brendan Smith, who is out for the remainder of the regular season due to a lower body injury, with the team reporting a total of 167 man games lost this season due to injuries.
Historical Matchups
In their historical matchups against the Kings, the Blue Jackets have recorded a 29-33-1-7 overall record, including a solid home record of 18-11-0-5. Remarkably, Columbus has earned points in eight of their last nine home games against Los Angeles, with several recent matchups going to overtime. Notably, they have effectively killed 25 out of 28 Kings’ power plays during these encounters.
Watch the Game
Fans can catch the action live on FANDUEL SPORTS NETWORK, with radio coverage available on 93.3 The Bus, featuring play-by-play commentary from Bob McElligott. Stay tuned for the latest updates and more engaging insights on the Blue Jackets by checking out community discussions and stories at THN.com.
