Seattle Kraken Triumphs Over Vegas Golden Knights in Nail-Biting Overtime Win

Jared McCann stole the spotlight by netting a goal barely half a minute into overtime, catapulting the Seattle Kraken to a thrilling 4-3 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights this Friday. The win marked an end to the Kraken’s four-game losing streak, with Brandon Tanev and Oliver Bjorkstrand contributing significantly to the scoreline.

Key Performances on the Ice

Joey Daccord, Seattle’s netminder, showcased his prowess by deflecting 21 shots effectively. In addition to McCann’s star performance, Brandon Tanev’s double and a goal from Oliver Bjorkstrand were instrumental in the win.

The Golden Knights, on the other hand, saw significant contributions from Nicolas Roy, who scored and assisted in a goal, along with Alex Pietrangelo and Pavel Dorofeyev, who each found the back of the net. Jack Eichel, with his three assists and Adin Hill’s 28 saves, also played pivotal roles for Vegas.

Pietrangelo’s Late Equalizer and McCann’s Game-Winner

Pietrangelo brought the game to a nail-biting climax by scoring an equalizer with just 82 seconds left in the final period, setting the score at 3-3. However, McCann’s early overtime goal sealed the deal for the Kraken.

Crucial Game Moments and Statistics

While trailing 2-0 towards the end of the first period, Tanev made a crucial interception at the blue line, sprinted towards the other end, and neatly placed the shot beyond Hill’s reach. This marked the beginning of Seattle’s impressive comeback. Tanev’s double was his first since his match against Dallas on March 21, 2023. Coming into the game with just one goal this season, Tanev had been goal-less in his last 10 outings.

Looking Ahead

Moving on, the Golden Knights will welcome Carolina on home ice on Monday, while the Kraken will gear up to host Columbus on Tuesday.