The NHL slate on Thursday includes a game between the Los Angeles Kings (10-6-4) and the San Jose Sharks (9-8-3), starting at 10 p.m. ET at SAP Center at San Jose and broadcast on ESPN+. The Kings are seventh and the Sharks 12th in the Western Conference.
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Kings vs. Sharks: Nov. 20 Viewing Options
- Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
- Time: 10 p.m. ET
- How to watch on TV: ESPN+
- Location: San Jose, California
- Venue: SAP Center at San Jose
- Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
Kings' 2025-26 Stats
| Stat | Per-Game Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 2.75 | 26th |
| Goals Allowed | 2.7 | 6th |
| Shots | 29 | 10th |
| Shots Allowed | 26.1 | 8th |
| Power Play % | 16.39% | 23rd |
| Penalty Kill % | 79.1% | 18th |
Sharks' 2025-26 Stats
| Stat | Per-Game Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 2.95 | 22nd |
| Goals Allowed | 3.2 | 22nd |
| Shots | 24.1 | 32nd |
| Shots Allowed | 31.2 | 29th |
| Power Play % | 18.84% | 19th |
| Penalty Kill % | 78.13% | 22nd |
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Kings vs. Sharks Top Players
Kings
- One of Los Angeles' top offensive players this season is Adrian Kempe, who has recorded 19 points in 20 games.
- With four goals and 13 assists, Quinton Byfield is one of the most important contributors for Los Angeles with his 17 points (0.9 per game).
- Through 20 games, Kevin Fiala has proven himself as a contributor for Los Angeles. He has 15 points (nine goals and six assists).
- In the 14 games Darcy Kuemper has played this season, his save percentage is .904, 21st in the league.
Sharks
- Macklin Celebrini's 30 points make him an important offensive option for San Jose. He has put up 13 goals and 17 assists in 20 games.
- Will Smith is one of the impact players on offense for San Jose with 19 total points (one per game), with seven goals and 12 assists in 20 games.
- William Eklund has 13 points so far, including five goals and eight assists.
- Yaroslav Askarov is 6-5-1 in 12 games this season, conceding 35 goals (2.9 goals against average) with 340 saves and a .907 save percentage (18th in the league).
Kings vs. Sharks Injury Report
Kings
Drew Doughty: Out (Lower Body)
Sharks
Michael Misa: Out (Lower Body),
Jeff Skinner: Out (Lower Body)
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Kings' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2025 | Maple Leafs | W 4-3 | Away |
| 11/15/2025 | Senators | W 1-0 | Away |
| 11/17/2025 | Capitals | L 2-1 | Away |
| 11/20/2025 | Sharks | - | Away |
| 11/21/2025 | Bruins | - | Home |
| 11/24/2025 | Senators | - | Home |
| 11/28/2025 | Ducks | - | Away |
Sharks' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2025 | Flames | L 2-0 | Away |
| 11/15/2025 | Kraken | L 4-1 | Away |
| 11/18/2025 | Mammoth | W 3-2 | Home |
| 11/20/2025 | Kings | - | Home |
| 11/22/2025 | Senators | - | Home |
| 11/23/2025 | Bruins | - | Home |
| 11/26/2025 | Avalanche | - | Away |