Sharks Defeat Kraken 6-1 with Strong Performances
Macklin Celebrini contributed a goal and two assists as the San Jose Sharks secured a 6-1 victory over the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena on Wednesday. The Sharks improved their recent form to 4-1-1 in the last six games, now holding a 5-6-3 overall record.
Key Players and Highlights
- Will Smith, Tyler Toffoli, and John Klingberg each recorded a goal and an assist.
- Ethan Cardwell and Ty Dellandrea also scored for the Sharks.
- Yaroslav Askarov made an impressive 28 saves to help secure the win.
"Our penalty kill was really good tonight. So that helps," said Sharks coach Ryan Warsofsky. "I thought our game got better as the game went on."
Kraken's Effort and Coach’s Remarks
Seattle, now 6-3-4 for the season, was led by Ryan Winterton who scored his first NHL goal. The Kraken concluded their five-game homestand with a 2-1-2 record. Joey Daccord started in goal and made 15 saves before being replaced by Matt Murray in the third period, who stopped three shots.
"Disconnected in a bunch of different areas," Kraken coach Lane Lambert said. "Our structure wasn't good enough tonight."
Game Summary
Celebrini opened the scoring just 1:08 into the first period by converting a pass from Toffoli into a wrist shot past Daccord's blocker.
"I was just in the slot and just there to put it in," Celebrini said. "[Smith and Toffoli], they did a great job, getting on their D and forcing a turnover."
Winterton tied the game at 1-1 with a goal at 16:30 of the first period, but the Sharks dominated thereafter.
Author’s Summary
The San Jose Sharks showcased a balanced offense and solid defense, improving their momentum with a convincing win over the Seattle Kraken.