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Kraken vs. Golden Knights: Vegas Favored as Seattle Looks to Secure Series Win

The Seattle Kraken (34-39-6) will be looking to secure a series win as they take on the Vegas Golden Knights (47-22-9) at T-Mobile Arena on Thursday night at 10 PM ET. The Kraken are coming off a 7-1 loss to Utah, while the Golden Knights suffered a 3-2 loss to Colorado in their most recent game. Vegas holds a 7-2-1 record in their last 10 games against Seattle, and the season series is currently tied at 1-1. Vegas is the betting favorite in this matchup, opening at -245 with the current line at Vegas -240. Stay tuned to see which team comes out on top in this Kraken vs. Golden Knights prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Kraken +207 | Golden Knights -240
• Spread: Kraken +1.5 (-125) | Golden Knights -1.5 (+106)
• Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Vegas will win straight-up is 71%.

Seattle vs Vegas Stats

Seattle Kraken

The Seattle Kraken recently had their three-game winning streak broken by Utah, but they will look to bounce back and secure their fourth win in five games in their upcoming match on Thursday. The team averages 2.99 goals per game and is led by Jared McCann with 59 points, Chandler Stephenson with 51 points, and Jaden Schwartz with 47 points. However, their defense is struggling, giving up an average of 3.18 goals per game, ranking 23rd in the league. Goalie Joey Daccord saved 22 of 29 shots in their last game and has a record of 27-21-5 with a 2.70 GAA and .908 save percentage. Philipp Grubauer is questionable for the next game. Overall, Seattle is ranked 15th in offense, 23rd in defense, and has a season record of 34-39-6, placing them at 19th in the power rankings.

Vegas Golden Knights Analysis

The Vegas Golden Knights had their two-game winning streak snapped by Colorado in their last game, but they still hold third place in the Western Conference standings, three points behind Dallas. They will face off against an opponent on Thursday in an effort to close the gap and secure the win. Vegas averages 3.32 goals per game and their top scorers include Jack Eichel, Mark Stone, and Tomas Hertl. While their defense is ranked fifth in the league, they gave up three goals in their last game and will need to improve in order to secure a victory. Goalie Akira Schmid has been performing well with a 1-0-1 record, a 1.35 GAA, and a .945 save percentage. However, key players such as Alex Pietrangelo, Jack Eichel, and Nicolas Hague are questionable for the upcoming game. Vegas has a power ranking of 5 and is ranked sixth for offense and defense, with an overall record of 47-22-9. In recent matchups, Seattle has gone 2-0-1 against Vegas.

Golden Knights Dominate On Both Ends as Kraken Struggle: A Preview of the Upcoming Matchup

The Golden Knights have demonstrated strong performance in their recent games, securing wins in eight out of their last 11 matches. Conversely, the Kraken have faced setbacks with losses in six of their last 10 games. Vegas holds a competitive advantage due to their notable offensive prowess, having scored 12 goals in their past four home games. Their efficiency on special teams is commendable, successfully converting over 29 percent of power play opportunities. In contrast, the Kraken rank 21st in penalty kills and struggle defensively, making it challenging for them to contain the Golden Knights. Seattle may encounter difficulties in this matchup as they have been underperforming offensively, scoring only eight goals in their last three road games. Their struggles extend to special teams, with an 18 percent conversion rate on power play opportunities. Considering the Golden Knights' solid defensive performance, conceding just seven goals in their last three games, they are likely to effectively contain Seattle's offense. Therefore, it is recommended to support the Golden Knights on the puck line.

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