Kraken vs. Lightning NHL game preview and predictions

The Seattle Kraken are on a roll, earning points in five of their last six games. Their power play success has been a key factor in their recent 4-1-1 record against tough opponents. With a power play percentage of 35.7 in their last stretch of games, double their average from earlier in the season, it’s clear that the return of Vince Dunn to the power play has made a big difference. Coach Dan Bylsma praised the team’s performance in their recent win over Boston, highlighting Jaden Schwartz’s impressive goal just after a power play ended.

The Eeli Tolvanen-Shane Wright-Oliver Bjorkstrand line is also firing on all cylinders, showing great chemistry and scoring a fantastic goal in their last game. Their teamwork was on full display as they set up each other for some impressive plays. Bjorkstrand, in particular, has been on fire, scoring five goals in his last five games. Wright’s line has been productive, tallying 11 points in the ten games since his reset.

Looking ahead to their next game against Tampa Bay, the Kraken will face a formidable opponent. The Lightning have been in good form lately, with key players like Brayden Point, Brandon Hagel, Nikita Kucherov, and Jake Guentzel leading the charge. Goaltender Andrei Vasilevskiy has also been back to his elite level of play after a slow start to the season. It will be a tough matchup, but Seattle will be ready to bring their A-game, with Philipp Grubauer likely to start in goal after an impressive performance in their last game.