In an electrifying matchup, the Seattle Kraken emerged victorious against the LA Kings with a 5-2 score at Climate Pledge Arena on Saturday afternoon. Jaden Schwartz was the star of the game, netting a hat trick, which marked his second such feat of the season. Schwartz has now scored six goals in the last five games, displaying a striking level of form. Kraken coach Dave Hakstol praised Schwartz’s performance, stating, ‘He came up big for us today.’ In addition to Schwartz’s contributions, Eeli Tolvanen and Jordan Eberle each also found the back of the net, while goaltender Martin Jones made 21 saves to secure the win. The Kraken’s success was amplified as they not only claimed the victory but also improved their position in the playoff chase. The Kings, despite a spirited effort, were unable to keep up with the Kraken’s energy or capitalize on their scoring opportunities, especially with the power-play, where they went 0-for-4. ‘We weren’t sharp enough, and it hurt us,’ Kings coach Todd McLellan reflected after the game. Los Angeles, now sitting at 22-13-6, will look to bounce back in their upcoming match against the Detroit Red Wings. Conversely, with the victory, the Kraken’s record improved to 23-14-4 as they seek to strengthen their playoff aspirations with a looming schedule that sees them play several key games in the coming weeks.
Seattle Kraken Prevail Over LA Kings with Jaden Schwartz’s Hat Trick
