The Vancouver Canucks edged out the Seattle Kraken 3-2 in a thrilling encounter on March 18, 2024, thanks to a decisive shootout goal from Liam Ohgren. The win halted the Kraken’s impressive four-game winning streak, showcasing strong performances from both teams throughout the match.
In a game marked by intense competition, Kevin Lankinen made an impressive 37 saves for the Canucks, providing a solid backbone for the victory. Regulation goals from Linus Karlsson and Elias Pettersson helped Vancouver maintain pressure, while the Kraken’s Jared McCann and Ryan Winterton each found the net, adding to the excitement.
The first period set the tone for an action-packed game. McCann opened the scoring for Seattle at 08:50 with a powerful slap shot during a power play, marking his first goal since returning from injury. He had been sidelined for seven games earlier this month. Following the goal, tensions escalated as McCann and Conor Garland exchanged blows, seemingly in retaliation for an earlier incident involving Garland’s unpenalized elbow on McCann.
Just moments later, Karlsson answered for the Canucks, tying the game at one with a quick snap shot off the ensuing faceoff. The period ended with Winterton giving Seattle a 2-1 lead with just 20 seconds remaining, leaving Vancouver to regroup during the intermission.
The second period saw a resurgence from the Canucks as Pettersson tied the game at 2-2 just 5:23 into the period, firing a clean shot from the slot past Joey Daccord, who made 22 saves for the Kraken. The back-and-forth nature of the game kept fans on the edge of their seats.
As the match progressed into the shootout, Ohgren emerged as the hero. His successful attempt sealed the victory for Vancouver, much to the delight of Canucks supporters. The outcome not only secured important points for Vancouver but also disrupted Seattle’s momentum.
Looking ahead, the Canucks will host the Philadelphia Flyers on March 19, while the Kraken will prepare to face the Nashville Predators on March 21. Both teams continue to vie for positioning as the season approaches its final stretch, with fans eagerly anticipating the next chapter in this compelling rivalry.
