Seattle Kraken's Effort Falls Short Against Nashville Predators in Music City
The Seattle Kraken faced off against the Nashville Predators, concluding the game with a 3-5 loss. This outcome brings the Kraken's season record to 26-33-4, while the Predators now stand at 23-32-7. Despite a spirited effort, including scoring twice in the third period, Seattle couldn't overcome Nashville's lead.
Key Moments and Player Performances
The game saw its critical moments unfold across all three periods. The Kraken opened the scoring in the first period but were unable to maintain their momentum as the Predators responded with four goals before Seattle could find the back of the net again. Notably, Michael Eyssimont and Adam Larsson each contributed a goal for Seattle, showcasing their ability to capitalize on opportunities despite facing stiff opposition.
Eyssimont’s performance was particularly noteworthy; he managed to score once from his three shots on goal, maintaining a shooting percentage of 33 percent for this game. Larsson also made his mark by scoring once from just one shot attempt, achieving a perfect shooting percentage of 100 percent and ending with a plus-minus rating of +1.
On defense and between the pipes, goaltender Joey Daccord had an active night facing 33 shots from Nashville and making 29 saves. His efforts reflected a solid save percentage of nearly 100 percent throughout regular play but ultimately weren't enough to secure victory for Seattle.
Looking Ahead
As they look forward from this defeat, attention turns towards recovery and preparation for their next challenge. The Seattle Kraken are set to visit Philadelphia Flyers at Wells Fargo Center on March 8th at 12:30 PM EDT. Fans can catch all action live as it will be broadcasted nationally on ABC and available online through ESPN+.
This upcoming match offers Seattle an opportunity to regroup and aim for better outcomes as they continue navigating through their season schedule. Sharing insights into player performances like those seen tonight will be crucial as fans rally behind their team hoping for success in future games.