Can the Golden Knights Tame the Kraken at T-Mobile Park?
As the Vegas Golden Knights prepare to face off against the Seattle Kraken at T-Mobile Park, fans are eager to see if their team can carry forward their momentum from recent victories. The VGK have shown a remarkable ability to bounce back, as seen in their last game on December 29 against the Los Angeles Kings. Despite being outshot 34 to 32, they managed a narrow win with a final score of 3-2. Their resilience was on full display as they overcame a shooting percentage of only six percent by the Kings.
The VGK's performance in that game was characterized by an aggressive offense and solid goaltending. They scored three goals on even strength from thirty shots, reflecting a nine percent shooting accuracy. Moreover, their goaltender saved 32 out of 34 shots, contributing significantly to their win.
However, it wasn't just about offense; VGK also excelled defensively with eighteen takeaways and blocked thirty-four shots. This defensive prowess will be crucial when facing the Kraken's attack.
In contrast, during their game on December 28 against Anaheim Ducks where they lost with two points to five for the Ducks, VGK showed some weaknesses despite scoring two goals from thirty-two shots and winning fifty-four percent of faceoffs while shorthanded. The Ducks exploited these moments effectively by capitalizing on powerplay opportunities.
Looking at another past performance against Florida Panthers on December 23 reveals more about VGK's capabilities and areas for improvement. They lost four points to two but demonstrated strong defense with twenty-one blocked shots and an impressive penalty kill rate that prevented any goals during powerplays against them.
The upcoming match presents both an opportunity and challenge for VGK as they go up against SEA in enemy territory at T-Mobile Park. The key factors that could determine this game include maintaining strong defense while improving faceoff win percentages which stood at forty-four percent in their last victory.
VGK fans should expect intense competition but can be hopeful given their team’s recent showings of grit and determination under pressure situations – qualities that will be essential in overcoming SEA’s challenge.
Mark your calendars for January 1st when this exciting encounter is set to take place at Seattle's T-Mobile Park starting at 3:00 PM EST (12:00 PM local time). Fans won’t want to miss this clash which will be broadcasted nationally on TNT channel number 245 or streamed online via Max network.