Los Angeles Kings vs Pittsburgh Penguins Head-to-Head

Kings built their historical edge pre-2005, winning 69 of 123 decided meetings (56%) (plus 18 ties). In the shootout era they are 13-17 against each other (43% Kings). 18 historical ties live in the all-time ledger, all predating the 2005 shootout rule. Games average a 2.4-goal margin, with the largest blowout coming via Kings' 7-goal win. Across the last 20 decided meetings Kings hold a 11-9 edge, suggesting the modern balance leans their way. The 1970s produced the deepest sample with 61 recorded meetings, more than any other decade in the series. Their first recorded meeting fell in 1967, so the rivalry has spanned 58 seasons of NHL history. Most recent result: Kings won 3-2 on Nov 9, 2025. Through the 2020s Kings have led 6-5 between the teams.