Can the Golden Knights Conquer the Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena?
As the Vegas Golden Knights prepare to face off against the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their recent performance trends. The upcoming clash scheduled for March 13th promises to be an exciting encounter in Seattle.
The Golden Knights have shown a mixed bag of results in their past few games. Despite a loss against the Boston Bruins with a scoreline of 4-5, where they managed to hit 30 times and take 36 shots, they bounced back with an impressive 6-2 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs. In that game, they dominated with a shooting percentage of 19 percent and blocked an impressive number of shots (23), showcasing both offensive prowess and defensive solidity.
However, consistency is key, and that's something the Golden Knights will need to work on. Their most recent match saw them narrowly lose in a shootout against the Ottawa Senators after tying the game at three apiece during regular time. This inconsistency could be attributed to their faceoff win percentage which has been fluctuating around mid-range values (54 percent against Boston and only 39 percent versus Ottawa).
One area where Vegas has excelled is even-strength play; scoring six goals during even play against Toronto indicates that when playing five-on-five hockey, they can be lethal. Yet special teams seem less effective – failing to capitalize on powerplay opportunities might be something for them to address before facing Seattle.
The venue may also play its part; Climate Pledge Arena is known for its energetic crowd which could provide an extra boost for the home team – but it's nothing that seasoned players like those on Vegas' roster haven't faced before.
Fans can catch this thrilling matchup live on ESPN+ or ROOT Sports NW or SCRIPPS networks as these two teams battle it out under Seattle's roof. Will Vegas ride high on their strengths or will Seattle's home advantage prove too much? Join us on March 13th at Climate Pledge Arena as we find out which team comes out on top!