Avalanche tie NHL record with road win against Kraken

The Avalanche (3-0-0) secured a victory with goals from Mikko Rantanen, Valeri Nichushkin, Artturi Lehkonen, and Logan O’Connor. Alexandar Georgiev showcased an exceptional performance, making 37 saves to anchor the team’s success. Furthermore, the penalty kill was flawless, going 4-for-4. O’Connor expressed his gratitude for Georgiev’s outstanding contributions, stating, “[Georgiev] was a crucial presence throughout the game, making vital stops whenever breakdowns occurred.”

The Kraken (0-3-1), despite being defeated, displayed resilience in their home opener. Kailer Yamamoto managed to score the first goal of the game, elevating the puck from an acute angle below the left circle at 15:09 of the first period. Notably, this marked Yamamoto’s inaugural goal with Seattle since signing a one-year contract on July 2. Kraken coach Dave Hakstol acknowledged the strong performance of the fourth line consisting of Yamamoto, Pierre-Edouard Bellemare, and Tye Kartye, stating, “We observed significant chemistry building between them over the last couple of games.”

The game saw a 1-1 tie in the second period when Artturi Lehkonen seized an opportunity at the right hash marks and scored into an empty net at 3:50.

The Kraken, unfortunately, have been outscored 12-3 so far this season. Despite playing hard and executing their game plan well, Hakstol acknowledges the need for improvement, stating, “We must strive for more until success becomes easier. While everyone desires to score more and contribute at a higher level, there’s no magic solution that guarantees immediate results.”

Seattle continues their journey, seeking to turn their efforts into triumphs.