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Caroline Anne
Mar 17, 2025
Updated at Mar 17, 2025, 05:34
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Seattle, WA Brandon Tanev returned to Climate Pledge Arena for the first time since being traded to the Jets earlier this month on Sunday night.

Brandon Tanev during warmups at Climate Pledge Arena on March 16, 2025Brandon Tanev during warmups at Climate Pledge Arena on March 16, 2025

Fans gave Turbo a warm welcome during warmups, and a tribute video played on the jumbotron in the first period. However, the cheers turned to jeers during a fight between Tanev and his former teammates, Shane Wright and Tye Kartye.

Brandon Tanev #73 sitting on Jets bench at Climate Pledge Arena on March 16, 2025. Photo by Caroline AnneBrandon Tanev #73 sitting on Jets bench at Climate Pledge Arena on March 16, 2025. Photo by Caroline Anne

Kraken rookie Jani Nyman scored first for Seattle with a power play goal, marking a milestone as he became the second player in Kraken history, alongside Matty Beniers (2g/1a in 3 GP), to score at least two goals in their first three NHL games.

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Mikey Eyssimont followed up with his second goal as a Kraken since joining the team on March 6, giving Seattle a 2-0 lead. Winnipeg's Cole Perfetti cut the lead to 2-1 before the end of the first period.

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The Jets turned up the pressure in the second, with Kyle Connor's tying goal sending the game into overtime. Dylan Samberg’s wrist shot past Joey Daccord secured the overtime win for Winnipeg. With the loss, Seattle’s all-time record against the Jets now stands at 2-6-4, including a 1-2-3 mark at home.

Kyle Connor #81 ties the game for the Winnipeg Jets on March 16, 2025. Photo by Caroline Anne.Kyle Connor #81 ties the game for the Winnipeg Jets on March 16, 2025. Photo by Caroline Anne.

Next Game: Seattle Kraken at Chicago Blackhawks, United Center 7:30 p.m. CT 

Mikey Eyssimont post game interview on March 16, 2025.

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