Updated

The Los Angeles Kings, along with the rest of the NHL, announced their 2017-18 regular-season schedule on Thursday.

The Kings will open things up Oct. 5 at Staples Center vs. Philadelphia.

Highlights include hosting the rival Ducks twice (Nov. 25 & Jan. 13), playing the Stanley Cup Champion Penguins (Jan. 18 in LA; Feb. 15 in Pittsburgh) and the first-ever matchup with the Las Vegas Golden Knights (Nov. 19).

Broadcast information on FOX Sports West will be released on a different date.

Click here for the Kings' complete 2017-18 regular-season slate.

Click here for ticket information.