Not Their Night in Homestand Finale
The Seattle Kraken's recently completed homestand ended on a disappointing note with a heavy 6-1 loss to the San Jose Sharks. The Kraken secured six out of a possible ten points across five home games, posting a 2-1-2 record during the stretch.
Game Summary
On Wednesday night, the Kraken suffered their first regulation home loss of the season. Despite an early spark from Ryan Winterton, who scored his first NHL goal to tie the game 1-1 late in the first period, San Jose quickly regained control.
- San Jose retook the lead shortly after Winterton’s goal, scoring again before the first intermission.
- The Sharks added a power play goal in the second period.
- Two quick goals early in the third period forced Kraken starter Joey Daccord out of the net, with Matt Murray stepping in as replacement.
- Just 30 seconds after entering, Murray conceded a breakaway goal by San Jose’s Tyler Toffoli, extending the lead to 6-1.
Upcoming Schedule
The Kraken face a challenging weekend with back-to-back Central Division road games against struggling St. Louis (4-8-2) and strong Dallas (7-3-3). They then return home for a three-game homestand, concluding with a rematch against the Sharks.
"Collecting 60 percent of standings points would have earned a wild-card postseason bid last season."
Author’s Summary
Despite a promising start from Winterton, the Kraken endured a harsh defeat at home, concluding their homestand with modest success but facing tough road challenges ahead.