In an exciting showdown at Madison Square Garden, the Seattle Kraken staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the New York Rangers 4-2. The Kraken, who had trailed 2-0 after the first period, showcased their resilience by scoring four unanswered goals, securing their victory.
Key Moments in the Kraken’s Rally
The game started slowly for Seattle as the Rangers took an early lead. Mika Zibanejad opened the scoring just over three minutes into the game. His shot deflected off Kraken goalie Philipp Grubauer’s glove and trickled into the net. Just a few minutes later, Sam Carrick extended New York’s lead to 2-0, capitalizing on a turnover.
However, the Kraken began their rally early in the second period. Eeli Tolvanen scored the first goal for Seattle just one minute in, converting a cross-ice pass from Frederick Gaudreau. This goal shifted the momentum in favor of the Kraken.
Seattle Takes Control
Jordan Eberle equalized the game at 2-2 with a wrist shot from just above the circles, assisted by Kaapo Kakko. Kakko, who played his early NHL career with the Rangers, made a significant impact against his former team.
Seattle then took the lead when Ty Catton scored, pushing the loose puck over the line after an initial stop by Rangers goalie Jonathan Quick. This marked Catton’s fourth goal in as many games, showcasing his scoring streak.
Jared McCann sealed the victory with an empty-net goal with just 10 seconds remaining, bringing the final score to 4-2 in favor of the Kraken.
Game Statistics
| Team | Goals | Saves |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle Kraken | 4 | 20 (Philipp Grubauer) |
| New York Rangers | 2 | 25 (Jonathan Quick) |
Team Performances
- Seattle Kraken improved to a record of 21-15-8.
- The team is currently on a strong run with a record of 9-1-2 over the past 12 games.
- New York Rangers fell to 20-21-6, experiencing their fourth consecutive loss.
The Kraken’s victory displayed their ability to overcome adversity and highlights their increasing competitiveness in the league. As they continue to build momentum, Seattle remains a team to watch this season.
