2018-19 NHL Home Opener: LA Kings will host rival Sharks on Oct. 5

Well hey there San Jose!

The LA Kings will open the home part of their 2018-19 schedule vs. the rival Sharks on Oct. 5 at 7p.

It's the fourth time in franchise history that the LA Kings have welcomed San Jose to Staples Center for the home opener.

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The LA Kings also announced their preseason schedule. The club is scheduled to play eight preseason games including a trip to Salt Lake city and three contests at Staples Center.

The LA Kings and the NHL are expected to release their 2018-19 regular season schedule on Thursday.