Dallas Stars vs Los Angeles Kings Head-to-Head

Stars built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 97 of 174 decided meetings (56%) (plus 40 ties). In the shootout era they are 47-40 against each other (54% Stars). 40 of their 301 meetings ended in ties, all from the pre-2005 regulation-tie era. Postseason history is deep: 14 playoff games between the two franchises. Games average a 2.3-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Kings' 8-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Stars hold a 14-6 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1970s produced the deepest sample with 62 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1967, so the rivalry has spanned 59 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Stars won 3-1 on Jan 12, 2026. Through the 2020s Stars have led 11-5 between the teams.