Jaden Schwartz scored a crucial power-play goal early in the third period, leading the Seattle Kraken to a 3-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks. The win extended the Kraken’s winning streak to three games, with goals also coming from Matty Beniers and Brandon Tanev.
Beniers opened the scoring for Seattle just over four minutes into the second period, setting the stage for Schwartz’s pivotal goal. Although former Kraken player Ryan Donato briefly narrowed the gap with a goal for Chicago, Tanev sealed the win for Seattle with an empty-net goal in the final seconds of the game. Goaltender Joey Daccord put up a solid performance with 18 saves, while Petr Mrazek of the Blackhawks stopped 23 shots.
Unfortunately for the Kraken, captain Jordan Eberle had to leave the game after a collision with the boards early in the second period. Despite this setback, Seattle managed to keep Chicago at bay and secure the victory.
Chicago’s struggling offense continued to falter, as they have only managed to score five goals in their last four games, ranking 26th in the league in scoring. In contrast, Seattle has found success on the offensive end, scoring a total of 12 goals during their three-game homestand.
Schwartz’s milestone 200th career goal proved to be the game-changer for the Kraken, providing them with the necessary cushion to hold off Chicago’s comeback attempts. By keeping the Blackhawks scoreless after Donato’s goal, Seattle was able to maintain their lead and secure the win.
The Kraken dominated the shots on goal, outshooting the Blackhawks 26-19, including a significant 20-9 advantage in the first two periods. Looking ahead, Chicago will face off against Vancouver on Saturday night, while the Kraken will host the Islanders on Saturday afternoon.
Overall, the Seattle Kraken’s victory over the Chicago Blackhawks showcased their offensive prowess and resilience in the face of adversity, setting a positive tone for the remainder of their season.
