Canadiens Eye Crucial Win Against Kraken in Tight Playoff Race
Alright, hockey fans, here we go—tonight's game between the Montreal Canadiens and the Seattle Kraken is shaping up to be a big one. The Habs are coming off a strong 4-2 victory against Vancouver, where their top line absolutely dominated. Cole Caufield, Nick Suzuki, and Juraj Slafkovsky combined for three goals, seven points, and a stellar plus-10 rating. Talk about showing up when it counts!
Now, Montreal heads into Seattle for their last stop on this four-game road trip. The stakes? Pretty high. A win tonight would bring the Canadiens level with Columbus for the Eastern Conference’s final wild card spot. The Blue Jackets would still have the edge based on games played, but let’s be honest—that’s not what head coach Martin St-Louis is focused on. The mentality is simple: one game at a time. And right now, that game is at Climate Pledge Arena.
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On the other side, the Seattle Kraken are struggling. They’re likely to miss the playoffs for the second straight year, and they’ve had a tough time bouncing back after losing their captain, Jordan Eberle, for three months earlier in the season. Even though he’s back, Seattle hasn’t been able to gain momentum, and their special teams have been a weak spot. They’re sitting 26th in the NHL on the power play and 20th on the penalty kill—numbers that get even worse when they’re at home.
But let’s not forget, Seattle dominated Montreal in their last matchup, crushing them 8-2 back in October. So, the Habs definitely have something to prove. Expect them to come out looking for payback as they close out this road trip.
One major storyline tonight: Juraj Slafkovsky is closing in on his 100th career point. He had a huge game against Vancouver and is just two points away from hitting that milestone. Another player to watch? Brandon Montour, who torched Montreal in their last meeting with a hat trick. The Canadiens’ defense will have to keep a close eye on him if they want to avoid a repeat of that disaster.
In net for Montreal, Jakub Dobes is getting the start. Meanwhile, the status of Patrik Laine remains uncertain, though coach St-Louis expressed hope that the Finnish forward could return for this game. The Canadiens are skipping their morning skate today, but some players will be speaking to the media at their hotel ahead of the game. For the latest updates on lineups, check out the Canadiens' social media channels as puck drop approaches.
It’s going to be an intense one tonight in Seattle, with both teams bringing their own motivations to the ice. Montreal is fighting for a playoff spot, while Seattle is trying to end their season on a high note. The Canadiens know they can’t afford to slip up, and the Kraken would love to play spoiler. Get ready for an exciting showdown!
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