The delay of the home opener has its benefits: The Kings will play 21 of their final 32 games in their friendly confines.
Nashville general manager Barry Trotz landed two-time Stanley Cup champion Steven Stamkos, 2023 Conn Smythe Trophy winner Jonathan Marchessault and the highest-paid left defenseman on the market in Brady Skjei.
The Oilers have eliminated the Kings in three consecutive postseasons, and last year they advanced to within one win of the Stanley Cup.
A visit from the Penguins is almost like the Rolling Stones coming to town, with aging stars Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, Erik Karlsson and Kris Letang playing the roles of Mick, Keith, Ronnie and Charlie.
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