Canucks Look to End Losing Streak Against Kings

Vancouver Canucks face off against the Los Angeles Kings in a Pacific Division matchup.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 8:26am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a hockey game, with the players and ice reduced to angular, fragmented shapes in a palette of deep blues, greens, and grays.The Canucks and Kings face off in a divisional clash, with both teams looking to gain ground in the standings.Los Angeles Today

The Vancouver Canucks, on a three-game losing streak, will take on the Los Angeles Kings in a Pacific Division clash. The Kings have a 32-26-19 record overall and are 7-5-9 against division opponents, while the struggling Canucks are 22-47-8 on the season and 5-14-2 within the division.

Why it matters

This game is an important one for the Canucks as they look to snap their current losing streak and pick up a much-needed win against a divisional rival. The Kings, meanwhile, will be aiming to solidify their position in the playoff race with a victory over the last-place Canucks.

The details

The Kings have been the more successful team this season, led by top scorer Adrian Kempe who has 32 goals and 37 assists. Quinton Byfield has also been hot lately, with seven goals and two assists in his last 10 games. For the Canucks, defenseman Filip Hronek has been a bright spot with eight goals and 37 assists, while Elias Pettersson has recorded eight assists in his last 10 games.

  • The teams have met twice already this season, with the Kings winning the previous matchup 4-0.
  • Thursday's game is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. EDT.

The players

Adrian Kempe

The Kings' leading scorer with 32 goals and 37 assists on the season.

Quinton Byfield

Has been on a hot streak for the Kings, recording seven goals and two assists in his last 10 games.

Filip Hronek

The Canucks' top defenseman, with eight goals and 37 assists on the year.

Elias Pettersson

The Canucks' star center has recorded eight assists in his last 10 games.

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What they’re saying

“We need to find a way to get back on track and start picking up some wins, especially against divisional opponents.”

— Elias Pettersson, Canucks Center

What’s next

The Canucks and Kings will face off again on April 13th in Vancouver, with the Canucks looking to avenge their earlier loss.

The takeaway

This game represents an opportunity for the struggling Canucks to pick up a much-needed win against a divisional rival, while the Kings will be aiming to solidify their playoff position with a victory over the last-place team in the Pacific Division.