Can Arizona Coyotes Ride the Momentum Against Seattle Kraken?

As the Arizona Coyotes prepare to face off against the Seattle Kraken at Mullett Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their recent performance trend. The Coyotes have shown a mixed bag of results in their past few games, with a notable victory over the Detroit Red Wings where they dominated with a 4-0 scoreline. This win was characterized by an impressive shooting percentage of 17 percent and solid goaltending, which saw them save all 28 shots against them.

However, this victory was sandwiched between two losses. In their most recent game against the Chicago Blackhawks, despite scoring four goals and taking 36 shots, defensive lapses led to a -7 plus-minus rating and ultimately a loss with six goals conceded. The powerplay opportunities were not capitalized upon either, as they failed to convert any of their two chances.

Against the Minnesota Wild prior to that, while they managed to score twice in the third period showing some resilience, it wasn't enough as they fell short with five goals conceded – two of which were empty-netters – reflecting some late-game vulnerabilities.

The upcoming game presents an opportunity for redemption and consistency for the Coyotes. They'll need to tighten up defensively while maintaining offensive pressure if they want positive results at home in Tempe.

The venue could play into Arizona's hands; Mullett Arena has been known for its energetic atmosphere thanks to passionate fans who could provide that extra push needed for a win. With both teams looking to assert themselves in this matchup, it promises to be an exciting contest.

Fans can catch this clash on March 23rd at Mullett Arena or tune into ESPN+ online or ROOT Sports NW and SCRIPPS on TV for live coverage starting from 02:00 AM UTC (March 22nd local time).