DECEMBER 29, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
SEATTLE KRAKEN 11-10-1 · 6TH IN WEST, PACIFIC
11-10-1 · 6TH IN WEST, PACIFIC
Kraken ride hot streak into matchup with Flyers Sometimes, it’s hard to pinpoint the cause of the ebbs and flows of an NHL season.The Seattle Kraken endured an eight-game skid (0-6-2) imme...
Flyers Daily with Jason Myrtetus 12-29-2023
DECEMBER 29, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Will Borgen - Picks up assist in win Borgen logged an assist, two hits and two PIM in Wednesday's 2-1 win over the Flames.
Impact Borgen's strong December continues -- he's produced seven assists over his last nine contests. The 27-year-old had the secondary helper on Alexander Wennberg's game-winning tally in the third period. Borgen still plays more of a physical game, but being partnered with Jamie Oleksiak opens him up for more offensive chances. Through 36 outings overall, Borgen has 13 helpers, 38 shots on net, 80 hits, 49 blocked shots, 22 PIM and a plus-1 rating.
DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Adam Larsson - Notches helper Larsson recorded an assist and blocked three shots in Wednesday's 2-1 win over the Flames.
Impact Larsson snapped a three-game point drought with a helper on Kailer Yamamoto's first-period tally. While Larsson isn't one for big scoring numbers, he's managed three points over his last six outings. The 31-year-old blueliner has a modest 10 points to go with 60 hits, 67 blocked shots, 66 shots on net and a minus-4 rating through 36 appearances in a top-pairing role this season.
DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Vince Dunn - Sets up opening tally Dunn registered an assist in Wednesday's 2-1 win over the Flames.
Impact Dunn has put together a strong December, recording 10 points over 12 games. He set up Kailer Yamamoto early in the first period to help the Kraken grab an early lead. Dunn is up to five goals, 24 assists, 69 shots on net, 31 blocked shots, 21 hits, 43 PIM and a minus-5 rating through 36 appearances. He should continue to be a fixture on the top pairing and first power-play unit.
DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Jared McCann - Snags assist Wednesday McCann logged an assist and two PIM in Wednesday's 2-1 win over the Flames.
Impact McCann set up Alexander Wennberg's third-period tally, which was the game-winner. This was McCann's fourth point (one goal, three assists) over his last five games. He's found himself alongside Wennberg and Brandon Tanev on the second line since the Kraken acquired Tomas Tatar from the Avalanche. McCann has 22 points, 91 shots on net, 17 PIM and a minus-11 rating through 35 outings overall.
DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Kailer Yamamoto - Buries opening goal Yamamoto scored a goal on two shots in Wednesday's 2-1 win over the Flames.
Impact Yamamoto tallied at 2:24 of the first period after taking a stretch pass from Vince Dunn. This was Yamamoto's fourth goal in December, giving him seven tallies on the season. The 25-year-old winger is up to 11 points, 40 shots on net and a minus-4 rating through 36 appearances. He's likely to remain in a bottom-six role, as Tomas Tatar has fit in well on the Kraken's top line.
DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Alexander Wennberg - Nets game-winner Wennberg scored a goal on two shots and blocked two shots in Wednesday's 2-1 win over the Flames.
Impact Wennberg finished off a give-and-go with Jared McCann at 6:00 of the third period. With four points over his last 10 games, Wennberg isn't exactly tearing it up on offense. The 29-year-old has five goals, 14 points, 48 shots on net, 36 blocked shots and a plus-1 rating through 36 outings overall. He may not get much better for point production, but he's a fixture in the Kraken's top six.
DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Chris Driedger - Stellar in win Driedger stopped 37 of 38 shots in Wednesday's 2-1 win over the Flames.
Impact Driedger did everything asked of him and then some, quieting the Flames' offense. The 29-year-old hadn't played an NHL game since May 1, 2022, missing a large chunk of that time with an ACL injury. Joey Daccord has been excellent with Philipp Grubauer (lower body) out, but Driedger proved he can provide solid outings too. It's unclear how the Kraken's workload will be distributed going forward, with their next game coming back at home versus the Flyers.
DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Chris Driedger makes 37 saves in NHL return as Kraken hold off Flames 2-1
Making his first NHL start in nearly 20 months, Chris Driedger made 37 saves to backstop the Seattle Kraken to a 2-1 victory over the Calgary Flames on Wednesday nightDECEMBER 28, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Back from break, Kraken edge Flames behind Chris Driedger in goal CALGARY, Alberta — Goaltender Chris Driedger got the nod in the Kraken net for the first time in nearly a season and a half on Wednesday nig...
DECEMBER 28, 2023 • SACBEE.COM
Driedger makes 36 saves in return, Kraken defeat Flames | NHL.com Goalie wins 1st NHL start in 20 months for Seattle, which has points in 7 straight
DECEMBER 28, 2023 • NHL.COM
Chris Driedger returns for Kraken in win over Flames Alex Wennberg broke a third-period tie and goaltender Chris Driedger earned a win during his first NHL game in more than a year as the visit...
DECEMBER 28, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Kraken @ Flames 12/27 | NHL Highlights 2023
DECEMBER 28, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Kraken's Kailer Yamamoto Scores on the Breakaway After Near Goal by Flames
DECEMBER 28, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Calgary Flames - Seattle Kraken - Dec 27, 2023 | NHL.com NHL Gamecenter - Calgary Flames vs. Seattle Kraken, Dec 27, 2023 - summary, stats, boxscore, play by play, recap and more.
DECEMBER 28, 2023 • NHL.COM
Chris Driedger - Making first start Driedger will guard the road goal Wednesday versus the Flames, Aaron Vickers of NHL.com reports.
Impact Driedger will make his first NHL start since the 2021-22 campaign. He's been serving as the backup to Joey Daccord with Philipp Grubauer (lower body) unavailable. The Flames have have won three of their last six games, scoring 19 goals in that span.
DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Game Day | Flames vs. Kraken - 27.12.23
DECEMBER 27, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Kraken heating up, while Flames not 'satisfied' with recent play After a dreadful start to the season, the Seattle Kraken will try to continue their turnaround following the holiday break with a road clash...
DECEMBER 27, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM
Calgary takes on Seattle following Coleman's 2-goal performance
The Calgary Flames host the Seattle Kraken after Blake Coleman's two-goal game against the Los Angeles Kings in the Flames' 5-3 lossDECEMBER 26, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Gourde gets chance to go back outside in Winter Classic for Kraken | NHL.com Forward honed game while helping maintain outdoor rink growing up in Quebec
DECEMBER 25, 2023 • NHL.COM
Golden Knights' Cup win, Kraken playoff upset among NHL.com's best moments of 2023 | NHL.com Tkachuk OT heroics for Panthers, games in Australia, Sweden also on writers’ list
DECEMBER 24, 2023 • NHL.COM
Golden Knights' Cup win, Kraken playoff upset among NHL.com's best moments of 2023 | NHL.com Tkachuk OT heroics for Panthers, games in Australia, Sweden also on writers’ list
DECEMBER 24, 2023 • NHL.COM
Jared McCann - Earns helper in return McCann notched a power-play assist and three shots on goal in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Ducks.
Impact McCann missed one game with a lower-body injury. The 27-year-old returned to a middle-six role after often featuring on the top line this season. McCann has been generally effective in all situations and can adjust to different linemates well. He has 14 goals, seven helpers, nine power-play points, 90 shots on net and a minus-12 rating through 34 appearances this season.
DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Matty Beniers - Two assists in Saturday's win Beniers registered two assists, two shots on goal, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Ducks.
Impact Beniers has a goal and four helpers over his last three games. He's had an instant connection with Tomas Tatar on the top line, giving the Kraken a bit of a scoring spark. Beniers' season numbers are still low -- he's at 18 points, 68 shots and a minus-15 rating over 35 contests despite maintaining his top-line role throughout the campaign.
DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
