Will the Seattle Kraken Ride the Wave of Home Advantage Against the Capitals?

As the Seattle Kraken prepare to host the Washington Capitals at Climate Pledge Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can capitalize on their recent performance trends. The Kraken have shown a mixed bag in their last few outings, with a narrow loss against the Edmonton Oilers (1-2), a solid win over the Pittsburgh Penguins (2-0), and an exhilarating shootout victory against the Boston Bruins (4-3).

The game against Edmonton highlighted some areas for improvement, particularly in powerplay situations where they managed to convert only once despite three opportunities. However, their faceoff win percentage was strong at 56 percent. In contrast, during their shutout win over Pittsburgh, they demonstrated defensive prowess by blocking 22 shots and winning 51 percent of faceoffs.

Their most recent game against Boston showcased resilience as they bounced back from a deficit to force a shootout where they ultimately triumphed. Their powerplay goal contribution was significant and could be an area of focus against Washington.

The upcoming match promises excitement as both teams bring unique strengths to the ice. The Kraken's ability to leverage home advantage will be crucial; playing in front of Seattle fans has historically provided an extra boost.

For those looking forward to catching this clash live, mark your calendars for March 15th at Climate Pledge Arena. The puck drops at 7:00 PM local time (02:00 AM UTC), with broadcasts available on ESPN+ via internet streaming or through ROOT Sports NW and MNMT2 on television networks.