- Matchup: Seattle Kraken vs Vancouver Canucks
- Scheduled Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
- Venue: Rogers Arena, Vancouver, BC
- Broadcast: Sportsnet Pacific
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The Seattle Kraken (29-26-9) are heading to Rogers Arena on Saturday to face off against the Vancouver Canucks (20-37-8).
The Seattle Kraken aim to rectify their recent performance after suffering a 5-1 defeat to the Avalanche in their last outing. Offensive struggles were evident, as they managed to convert only 1 of their 29 shots. Additionally, they had 2 power play opportunities but failed to capitalize. Seattle also spent 6 minutes in the penalty box during the game.
On the offensive front, the Seattle Kraken have netted 179 goals (ranking 26th in the NHL) and allowed 191 goals this season. They currently own a points total of 67, resulting in a points percentage of .523. The Kraken have had 185 power play chances, converting 39 for a success rate of 21.08%. At even strength, they’ve conceded 144 goals while scoring 140. With a total of 1,635 shots taken, their shooting percentage stands at 11.0%. Conversely, they’ve faced 1,882 shots, resulting in a save percentage of .899. Opponents have had 172 power play chances (29th in the league), scoring 47 goals in those situations.
In goal for this matchup is Philipp Grubauer. Throughout his professional career, he has faced 958 goals with a goals-against average of 2.68. Grubauer has played in 395 games, posting a save percentage of .908 over 19,668 minutes. He holds an all-time record of 177-147-36 and has been the starting goalie in 358 games, achieving 189 quality starts with a quality start percentage of .528. So far, he has faced 10,443 shots, making 9,485 saves.
During their last game, Vancouver faced the Predators, resulting in a 3-3 tie. Despite having one power play opportunity, they could not find the net. The Canucks converted 3 goals out of 27 shots on goal.
The Canucks have scored 129 even-strength goals along with 35 power play goals, ranking 21st in the NHL. They have taken 1,707 shots, placing them 23rd in the league with a shooting percentage of 9.61%. Vancouver has allowed 1,932 shots against them this season, resulting in a total of 164 goals allowed and a points total of 48, leading to a points percentage of .369. They have conceded 239 goals, with 184 at even strength and 55 while shorthanded. Vancouver holds a total of 193 power play opportunities, achieving an 18.13% conversion rate and a penalty kill percentage of 71.20% against 191 opponent power plays. Their overall save percentage is 87.6%.
In the crease for the Canucks will be Kevin Lankinen. He has a career record of 77-79-27 and has played 199 games. His quality starts percentage is 50.3%, with 92 quality starts to date. Lankinen has made 5,110 saves out of 5,681 shots, yielding a save percentage of .899, with opponents scoring an average of 3.12 goals per game, contributing to a total of 571 goals allowed throughout his career. He has been a starting goalie in 183 games and has logged 8,721 minutes on the ice.
Which team will prevail in tonight’s NHL contest against the spread or moneyline?
Prediction: Choose Vancouver
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