Seattle Kraken to Test Their Mettle Against Winnipeg Jets in Mid-April Matchup

As the Seattle Kraken prepare to face off against the Winnipeg Jets at Canada Life Centre, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain their recent performance trends. The Kraken have shown a mixed bag of results in their past few games, with a notable victory and a tough loss.

In their most recent match against the San Jose Sharks, the Kraken emerged victorious with a 4-2 win. They demonstrated strong offensive capabilities by scoring three goals in the first period and maintaining that lead throughout the game. Their shooting percentage was impressive at 12 percent, and they managed to block 18 shots while winning 43 percent of faceoffs.

However, just prior to this win, they faced a challenging game against the Dallas Stars where they were unable to score despite taking 17 shots on goal. The team's shooting percentage dropped dramatically in this match as they failed to capitalize on any opportunities. Additionally, faceoff wins were low at only 39 percent.

The game before that saw an exciting comeback victory over the Anaheim Ducks with four goals scored in total – three of which came during power plays. This indicates that special teams could play a significant role in their upcoming game against Winnipeg.

The venue may also influence performance; playing away from home can be challenging for any team. However, given their ability to secure wins both at home and on the road recently suggests adaptability within this Seattle squad.

Fans should look out for how well Seattle manages power plays and whether they can improve upon faceoff percentages which have been inconsistent across these games. Defensive efforts will also be crucial as blocking shots has been one of their strengths.

Catch all the action scheduled for April 17th on ESPN+ or ROOT Sports NW as we anticipate whether Seattle can continue its trend of resilience and perhaps secure another noteworthy win on enemy ice.