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- 🔥 Quick Facts
- Kings Look to Bounce Back Against Struggling Oilers
- Oilers Fighting Fourth Straight Loss in Pacific Division Race
- Complete Thursday Night NHL Schedule for February 26
- Lightning and Hurricanes Set Up Eastern Conference Powerhouse Clash
- Will the Kings Finally Break Their Losing Streak Tonight?
12 NHL games tonight feature the highly anticipated Kings vs Oilers and a loaded schedule. The Los Angeles Kings</b host the Edmonton Oilers at 10:30 p.m. ET on ESPN. Both teams desperately need a win after recent struggles. Plus, the top-tier Lightning and Hurricanes clash in a conference battle.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Total Games Tonight: 12 matchups across the NHL on February 26, 2026
- Prime Matchup: Kings vs Oilers at 10:30 p.m. ET on ESPN and Rogers Sportsnet West
- Kings Record: 23-20-14 seeking to end a four-game losing streak after losing to Vegas
- Oilers Record: 28-23-8 fighting to recover from fourth consecutive defeat against Anaheim
Kings Look to Bounce Back Against Struggling Oilers
The Los Angeles Kings</b take the ice tonight against the Edmonton Oilers in a critical Western Conference showdown. Los Angeles</b currently sits just three points behind the Seattle Kraken for the second wild card playoff spot in the West. Forward Artemi Panarin, in his Kings debut Wednesday, already recorded two assists in a 6-4 loss to Vegas. The Kings must break their four-game negative streak consisting of zero wins, three losses, and one shootout defeat.
New acquisition Panarin is chasing history if he can record multiple points again. He would become only the fourth player in franchise history to notch multiple points in each of his first two games with Los Angeles, joining legendary names like Wayne Gretzky. The King’s home crowd at Crypto.com Arena will be loud and energetic.
NHL games tonight feature 12 matchups with Kings-Oilers prime matchup
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Oilers Fighting Fourth Straight Loss in Pacific Division Race
The Edmonton Oilers</b arrive in Los Angeles wounded after a 6-5 defeat in Anaheim on Wednesday. Center Leon Draisaitl is on the brink of his eighth consecutive 30-goal season. The Oilers</b sit third in the Pacific Division but are just one point behind the Ducks and six behind the Golden Knights. Edmonton desperately needs to snap its four-game losing streak to remain competitive in the crowded West.
The Oilers</b have the talent to win tonight but must focus on defensive execution and goaltending. Their recent collapse has been troubling for a team that started the season with high aspirations. This matchup against the Kings</b represents a chance to regain momentum in a critical stretch.
Complete Thursday Night NHL Schedule for February 26
Three games tip off at 7 p.m. ET while three more begin at 8 p.m. ET. The Tampa Bay Lightning</b take on the Carolina Hurricanes in a heavyweight Eastern Conference battle. Both teams feature Olympic gold medalists and are among the league’s elite. Colorado Avalanche</b host Minnesota Wild at 9 p.m. in the Central Division showdown. The Avalanche</b lead the entire NHL with 85 points.
| Game Time (ET) | Matchup | TV Channel |
| 7 p.m. | Columbus at Boston | NESN / FanDuel Sports Ohio |
| 7 p.m. | Tampa Bay at Carolina | The Spot / FanDuel Sports South |
| 7 p.m. | Toronto at Florida | Scripps Sports / TSN4 |
| 7 p.m. | NY Islanders at Montreal | MSG Sportsnet / RDS |
| 7 p.m. | New Jersey at Pittsburgh | SportsNet Pittsburgh / MSG |
| 7 p.m. | Detroit at Ottawa | FanDuel Sports Detroit / TSN5 |
| 8 p.m. | Philadelphia at New York Rangers | ESPN |
| 8 p.m. | Seattle at St. Louis | FanDuel Sports Midwest / Prime Video |
| 8 p.m. | Chicago at Nashville | Chicago Sports Network / FDSNSO |
| 9 p.m. | Minnesota at Colorado | Altitude Sports / FDSNWI |
| 10 p.m. | Calgary at San Jose | NBC Sports California / Sportsnet ONE |
| 10:30 p.m. | Edmonton at Los Angeles | ESPN / Rogers Sportsnet West |
“There are 12 games on the NHL schedule for Thursday, including two nationally televised in the United States.”
— NHL.com, Official League Coverage
Lightning and Hurricanes Set Up Eastern Conference Powerhouse Clash
The Tampa Bay Lightning</b enter as Eastern Conference leaders with a sixth consecutive win after defeating Toronto 4-2 on Wednesday. Center Brayden Point returned from injury to record three points including two goals. Forward Nikita Kucherov reached his 700th NHL assist milestone to spark the offense. The Lightning</b hold a 38-14-4 record and remain the team to beat in the East.
The Carolina Hurricanes</b match Tampa's elite status with a 36-15-6 record and have points in an impressive 10 straight games with an 8-0-2 record. Defenseman Jaccob Slavin returns fresh from winning Olympic gold with Team USA. This matchup at Lenovo Center at 7 p.m. ET will showcase the Eastern Conference’s two best teams battling for supremacy.
Will the Kings Finally Break Their Losing Streak Tonight?
The Kings</b must find offensive consistency after struggling offensively during their four-game skid. Forward Artemi Panarin’s</b arrival brings hope and star power to the roster. Can Los Angeles</b harness this energy and convert it into a much needed victory against Edmonton</b? The Oilers</b are similarly desperate but vulnerable after their fourth straight loss. This matchup features two teams fighting for their playoff lives in the brutally competitive Pacific Division.
The 10:30 p.m. ET start time means West Coast fans can watch live action, while fans nationwide tune into ESPN for national coverage. Both teams have high-powered offenses capable of explosive scoring. Expect fast-paced hockey with playoff-style intensity as both franchises seek momentum heading into March.
Sources
- USA Today – Comprehensive NHL schedule with all 12 games, times, and TV channels for February 26, 2026
- NHL.com – Official league coverage with team records, recent performance, and player storylines
- ESPN – Live score updates and matchup information for Kings vs Oilers and Flyers vs Rangers
