In a thrilling pre-season matchup, the Vancouver Canucks skated to a 3-1 victory over the Seattle Kraken, fueled by a pair of crucial power-play goals. Nils Hoglander and Filip Hronek lit the lamp with the man advantage, showcasing the Canucks’ offensive prowess early in the game.
Pius Sutter sealed the deal with an empty-net goal late in the third period, solidifying Vancouver’s dominance on the ice. Young Swedish talent Jonathan Lekkerimaki played a pivotal role, dishing out two key assists to help his team secure the win.
Despite a valiant effort from the Kraken, who were looking to bounce back after a tough loss to the Flames, Ben Meyers’ lone goal wasn’t enough to edge out the Canucks. Vancouver’s netminder Arturs Silovs stood tall between the pipes, turning aside 18 shots to stifle Seattle’s offensive attacks.
With star goalie Thatcher Demko out nursing an injury, Silovs has stepped up admirably to fill the void and lead the Canucks in net. His stellar performance against the Kraken only solidified his status as the team’s top goaltender heading into the regular season.
Special teams played a crucial role in the Canucks’ victory, as they converted on two of their six power play opportunities. In contrast, the Kraken struggled to capitalize on their chances with the man advantage, failing to find the back of the net on two power plays.
The intensity of the game reached a boiling point in the first period when Vancouver’s Vilmer Alriksson delivered a bone-crushing hit on Seattle’s Logan Morrison along the boards. The hit sparked a heated altercation between Alriksson and John Hayden, with both players exchanging blows in a spirited bout before being separated by officials.
As the preseason action heats up, the Canucks continue to impress with their depth and determination, setting the stage for an exciting regular season ahead. With key players stepping up in clutch moments and the team firing on all cylinders, Vancouver looks poised to make a strong push for success in the upcoming NHL campaign.
