Seattle, WA - The Kraken begin a three-game homestand Wednesday night against the Montreal Canadiens, marking the second and final meeting of the season. Seattle won 8-2 at Bell Centre on Oct. 29, 2024, scoring a season-high eight goals. The Kraken are 4-3-0 all-time vs. Montreal, including 1-2-0 at home. Seattle has accumulated 58 points (27-34-4), while Montreal has 60 points (30-27-6). It's also a giveaway night and the first 10,000 fans in attendance will receive a Joey Daccord bobblehead.
Jani Nyman at Kraken Training Camp. Photo by Candace Kludt.Players to Watch:
- Jani Nyman: The 20-year-old right winger is set to make his NHL debut after being recalled from the Coachella Valley Firebirds, Seattle's AHL affiliate. Nyman leads all AHL rookies with 26 goals and 41 points in 55 games and was named AHL Rookie of the Month for February, recording 13 points (9G, 4A) in 10 games.
- Jared McCann: McCann leads Kraken skaters with 45 points and is the team’s leader in goals (7). He has 11 points (7G, 4A) in 18 career games against the Canadiens.
- Adam Larsson: Larsson enters the game on a four-game point streak (2G, 2A) dating back to March 4 vs. Minnesota.
- Juraj Slafkovsky: Slafkovsky leads Montreal in points (35) and assists (24) this season, with 11 goals and 24 assists in 60 games. He ranks fourth among all Canadiens skaters in total points.
Puck drop is scheduled for 7PM PST.
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