Seattle Kraken Set to Host Columbus Blue Jackets at Climate Pledge Arena
As the Seattle Kraken prepare to host the Columbus Blue Jackets at Climate Pledge Arena, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The Kraken's recent performance suggests that they are a force to be reckoned with on their home ice. With a solid win against the Anaheim Ducks on December 24th, where they scored 3 goals and had an impressive goaltending save percentage of 94, confidence is high within the team.
The Kraken's even-strength play has been particularly strong, as evidenced by their game against the Los Angeles Kings on December 21st. Despite being shorthanded, they managed to secure a win with a save percentage of nearly 98 percent and two even-strength goals. This resilience in face of adversity speaks volumes about their defensive capabilities and mental fortitude.
However, it hasn't all been smooth sailing for the Kraken. Their encounter with the Dallas Stars on December 19th ended in an overtime loss despite scoring three even-strength goals and having multiple powerplay opportunities. This indicates that while their offense can be potent, there is room for improvement when it comes to capitalizing on special teams' situations.
On the other side of the rink stand the Columbus Blue Jackets who will certainly not make things easy for Seattle. The Blue Jackets bring their own set of skills and strategies that could pose challenges for any opponent.
Looking ahead at this matchup, one can expect Seattle's focus will be on maintaining strong goaltending – which has been nothing short of stellar recently – while also tightening up their powerplay execution. The team's ability to generate hits and takeaways should help them control both puck possession and game tempo against Columbus.
The upcoming game promises excitement as both teams vie for victory in front of what is sure to be an energetic crowd at Climate Pledge Arena. Fans eager to support their beloved Kraken should mark January 28th at 9:00 PM EST (6:00 PM local time) in their calendars as this thrilling contest unfolds in Seattle’s fortress.
For those unable to attend in person, you can catch all the action live via ESPN+ online or tune into ROOT Sports NW channel 687 if you're cheering from home or BSOH channel 660 if you're backing Columbus from afar.