The upcoming game will see the Seattle Kraken face off against the Nashville Predators at 8 p.m. ET. This match promises to be an exciting clash as both teams aim for a crucial win in the standings. The Kraken hold a record of 31 wins, 27 losses, and 9 overtime losses, while the Predators are close behind with 30 wins, 28 losses, and 9 overtime losses.
Projected Lineups: Kraken vs. Predators Clash
Seattle Kraken Lineup
- Bobby McMann — Matty Beniers — Jordan Eberle
- Jared McCann — Chandler Stephenson — Frederick Gaudreau
- Berkly Catton — Shane Wright — Kaapo Kakko
- Ryan Winterton — Ben Meyers — Jacob Melanson
Defensive Pairings
- Vince Dunn — Adam Larsson
- Jamie Oleksiak — Brandon Montour
- Ryker Evans — Ryan Lindgren
Goalies
- Joey Daccord
- Philipp Grubauer
Injury and Scratch Report
- Scratched: Josh Mahura, Cale Fleury, Matt Murray, Jani Nyman
- Injured: Jaden Schwartz (upper body), Eeli Tolvanen (upper body)
Nashville Predators Lineup
- Steven Stamkos — Ryan O’Reilly — Luke Evangelista
- Filip Forsberg — Matthew Wood — Jonathan Marchessault
- Reid Schaefer — Erik Haula — Zachary L’Heureux
- Tyson Jost — Fedor Svechkov — Ozzy Wiesblatt
Defensive Pairings
- Brady Skjei — Roman Josi
- Nicolas Hague — Justin Barron
- Nick Perbix — Ryan Ufko
Goalies
- Juuse Saros
- Justus Annunen
Injury and Scratch Report
- Scratched: Joakim Kemell
- Injured: Adam Wilsby (lower body)
Status Updates
Josh Nyman has been recalled from the Coachella Valley of the American Hockey League to address the Kraken’s roster needs. Coach Lane Lambert noted the presence of some injuries and an illness affecting the team. Meanwhile, Predators’ coach Andrew Brunette suggested that game-time decisions could affect the lineup.
As both teams prepare for this fierce matchup, fans can expect a thrilling confrontation filled with talented players and critical implications for their playoff aspirations.
