Sunday, March 31st, 2024
The San Jose Sharks are currently at the Pacific Division's lowest rank with a season record of 17 wins, 48 losses, and 8 ties. They are preparing to compete against the Seattle Kraken, who have a more balanced record of 30 wins, 30 losses, and 13 ties, positioning them sixth in the same division.
After facing defeats in their previous three matches on home ground, the Sharks are looking to change their fortunes.
The team's performance has particularly suffered in games against teams that draw fewer penalties, with a disappointing record of 9 wins, 26 losses, and 4 ties in such matchups. This highlights the team's struggle to take advantage of power play opportunities.
On the other hand, the Kraken have shown their strength in offense, boasting a record of 25 wins, 2 losses, and 9 ties in games where they score at least three goals.
This upcoming match marks the third clash between the Sharks and the Kraken this season, with the Sharks emerging victorious with a 2-0 scoreline in their last encounter.
For the Sharks, Fabian Zetterlund stands out with his impressive season tally of 20 goals and 16 assists. Additionally, Mikael Granlund has been a key player, contributing three goals and seven assists in the last 10 matches.
The Kraken will count on Vince Dunn, who has achieved 11 goals and 34 assists, and Matthew Beniers, who added four goals and two assists over his past 10 games.
Both teams have faced challenges in their recent performances, with the Sharks recording 1 win, 8 losses, and 1 tie, and the Kraken with 2 wins, 6 losses, and 2 ties in their last 10 games respectively.
Injuries have also hindered the Sharks' progress, affecting
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