Kraken blank Predators behind Daccord’s shutout and Sprong’s first goal back

The Seattle Kraken put on a clinic against the Nashville Predators, rebounding from their own shutout loss in spectacular fashion with a commanding 3-0 victory. From the opening puck drop, the Kraken dictated the pace, outshooting the Predators and never letting up. It was a game where every player contributed, and Joey Daccord’s stellar shutout was the perfect cherry on top of a complete team effort.

A team effort from start to finish

Joey Daccord continues to prove why he’s not only Seattle’s top netminder but also emerging as one of the NHL’s better goaltenders. His calm, confident play between the pipes earned him his first shutout of the season and left Nashville searching for answers. Of course, Daccord wasn’t alone in this effort as Seattle’s defense stepped up in a big way, blocking an impressive 28 shots and clogging the Predators’ shooting lanes all night.

The game’s turning point came late in the second period when Chandler Stephenson showcased his playmaking brilliance. With a prime chance to shoot, Stephenson opted for a dazzling pass to fan favorite Daniel Sprong, who hammered the puck into the net with authority—a resounding “Ding-Dong” moment that ignited the crowd. It was Sprong’s first goal since being traded back to the Kraken, making the celebration even sweeter for both him and the fans.

That momentum carried into the third period as Brandon Montour, Seattle’s prized offseason signing, struck just 23 seconds in to double the lead. From that moment, the Kraken exuded confidence, and there was no doubt that Daccord and company would hold firm against anything Nashville threw their way.

Yanni Gourde sealed the game with an empty-net goal, a fitting reward for his relentless energy throughout the night.

Promising power play falls just short

While the Kraken’s power play came up short on the scoreboard, it wasn’t for lack of effort. The man-advantage unit showed excellent puck movement and created quality chances but couldn’t solve Juuse Saros, who was stellar in net for the Predators. Seattle went 0-for-4 on the power play, highlighting the need for better finishing.

Despite this, the Kraken’s even-strength dominance more than made up for their power-play frustrations. This win showcased the depth, discipline, and determination that define a true team effort.

The Kraken look to build on this momentum as they prepare for a challenging road matchup against the Los Angeles Kings this weekend, followed by alternating home and away games against the Ducks and Sharks next week.