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The Dallas Stars (3-3) host the Los Angeles Kings (2-3-2) as a part of Thursday's NHL schedule, starting at 9 p.m. ET at American Airlines Center and broadcast on ESPN+. The Stars are 12th in the Western Conference (6 points), and the Kings are 14th in the Western Conference (6 points).
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Stars vs. Kings: Oct. 23 Viewing Options
- Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025
- Time: 9 p.m. ET
- How to watch on TV: ESPN+
- Location: Dallas, Texas
- Venue: American Airlines Center
- Live Stream: Watch this game on ESPN+
Stars' 2025-26 Stats
| Stat | Per-Game Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 3.17 | 10th |
| Goals Allowed | 3.83 | 30th |
| Shots | 26.2 | 23rd |
| Shots Allowed | 30.3 | 24th |
| Power Play % | 29.41% | 5th |
| Penalty Kill % | 65% | 30th |
Kings' 2025-26 Stats
| Stat | Per-Game Average | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Goals Scored | 2.57 | 26th |
| Goals Allowed | 3.43 | 24th |
| Shots | 29.3 | 10th |
| Shots Allowed | 27.9 | 15th |
| Power Play % | 26.32% | 6th |
| Penalty Kill % | 70% | 26th |
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Stars vs. Kings Top Players
Stars
- Mikko Rantanen has been important to Dallas' offense this season, recording seven points in six games.
- Thomas Harley is another of Dallas' important contributors currently with six total points (one goal and five assists) to his name.
- Through six games, Wyatt Johnston has proven himself as a contributor for Dallas. He has six points (four goals and two assists).
- In the five games Jake Oettinger has played this season, his save percentage is .896, 37th in the league.
Kings
- Adrian Kempe's nine points make him a vital offensive option for Los Angeles. He has recorded three goals and six assists in seven games.
- Quinton Byfield has totaled six total points (0.9 per game) this campaign. He has two goals and four assists.
- Kevin Fiala has six points so far, including four goals and two assists.
- Darcy Kuemper is 1-2-1 this season, amassing 83 saves and giving up 11 goals (2.7 goals against average) with an .883 save percentage (46th in the league).
Stars vs. Kings Injury Report
Stars
Jamie Benn: Out (Lung),
Nils Lundkvist: Out (Lower Body),
Oskar Back: Day-To-Day (Undisclosed),
Matt Duchene: Day-To-Day (Upper Body)
Kings
Kyle Burroughs: Out (Upper Body),
Anze Kopitar: Out (Foot)
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Stars' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2025 | Canucks | L 5-3 | Home |
| 10/18/2025 | Blues | L 3-1 | Away |
| 10/21/2025 | Blue Jackets | L 5-1 | Home |
| 10/23/2025 | Kings | - | Home |
| 10/25/2025 | Hurricanes | - | Home |
| 10/26/2025 | Predators | - | Away |
| 10/28/2025 | Capitals | - | Home |
Kings' Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Score | Home/Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2025 | Penguins | L 4-2 | Home |
| 10/18/2025 | Hurricanes | L 4-3 | Home |
| 10/21/2025 | Blues | W 2-1 | Away |
| 10/23/2025 | Stars | - | Away |
| 10/25/2025 | Predators | - | Away |
| 10/26/2025 | Blackhawks | - | Away |
| 10/28/2025 | Sharks | - | Away |