In an exhilarating NHL showdown on January 28, 2023, the Seattle Kraken bested the Anaheim Ducks with a final score of 5-2 at Climate Pledge Arena. The Kraken, now with a record of 27-14-4, showcased a resilient performance in front of their home crowd. The game saw early tension as Ducks’ player Ryan Strome opened the scoring just 2:16 into the first period, giving Anaheim a brief 1-0 lead. However, Seattle quickly retaliated. A power-play goal by Jared McCann, his 24th of the season, equalized the game. Matty Beniers then put the Kraken ahead 2-1 at the 10:06 mark, capitalizing on a perfect feed from Jordan Eberle. The Kraken continued to build momentum with goals from Oliver Bjorkstrand and Justus Annunen, pushing the score to 4-1 before the end of the second period. The final goal for Seattle was made by Eberle, who netted his 15th of the season in the third period. Despite Lukas Dostal’s efforts in goal for the Ducks, which included making 20 saves, the Anaheim defense struggled to hold back the Kraken’s relentless attack. The Ducks’ second goal came from Frank Vatrano, but it was not enough to shift the game’s momentum. Kraken goaltender Philipp Grubauer made a notable 25 saves, ensuring a strong performance in net. The victory was celebrated enthusiastically by Kraken fans and continued to cement Seattle’s reputation as a formidable contender in the NHL this season. Coach Dave Hakstol praised his team’s effort: “We stayed patient and executed our game plan well.” Looking ahead, the Kraken will aim to extend their winning streak as they prepare for their next matchup against the Minnesota Wild.
Seattle Kraken Defeats Anaheim Ducks 5-2 in Thrilling NHL Matchup
