Game Preview: Seattle Kraken vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
Tonight's matchup promises an exciting showdown between the Seattle Kraken and the Toronto Maple Leafs as both teams aim to build on their recent successes.
Tonight, the Seattle Kraken face off against the Toronto Maple Leafs at the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. The puck drops at 7:00 PM ET, and both teams will be looking to build momentum as the season progresses.
The Seattle Kraken are off to the best 10-game start in franchise history, boasting a 5-4-1 record as they head into Toronto for the second stop of their five-game road trip. Fueled by their recent 8-2 victory over Montreal, the Kraken are looking to carry that momentum into tonight's matchup.
Historically, the Kraken have struggled against the Maple Leafs, holding a record of 1-4-1 in previous encounters. However, there’s reason for optimism with Joey Daccord in goal, who is 1-1 against Toronto, sporting a respectable .918 save percentage and a 2.51 GAA. With Daccord set to make his fourth consecutive start, he could be a key factor in the Kraken’s quest for victory.
Unfortunately, the Kraken will be without Brandon Montour tonight, as he is at home for the birth of his daughter. Montour has been on fire recently, including scoring his first career hat trick in the game against Montreal.
Brandon Montour will miss tonight's game in Toronto
— Mark Masters (@markhmasters) October 31, 2024
Kraken coach Dan Bylsma said the d-man returned home to be there for the birth of his daughter@TSN_Edge
The Maple Leafs are looking to extend their winning streak after a 6-4 victory over Winnipeg, a team that recently edged out the Kraken in overtime. Seattle will need to find a way to contain Toronto’s high-powered top line, especially without Montour and Vince Dunn. This presents a significant opportunity for players like Ryker Evans and Adam Larsson to step up in their absence.
The Kraken's forwards will also need to elevate their game. While the top line of Jared McCann, Matty Beniers, and Jordan Eberle has been clicking, the team's depth could use a spark. Players like Eeli Tolvanen, who seems poised for a breakout game, and André Burakovsky, still searching for his first goal of the season, will be crucial to the Kraken’s chances tonight.
It’s shaping up to be an exciting matchup as the Kraken look to solidify their strong start and overcome their past struggles against the Maple Leafs.
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