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Kraken’s Joey Daccord Faces Big Test Amid Early-Season Ups and Downs
Consistency separates playoff contenders from pretenders — and Seattle Kraken goaltender Joey Daccord knows that better than most. After a rollercoaster stretch that saw him pulled in a loss to Philadelphia, benched in Washington, and then post a 32-save shutout in Winnipeg, Daccord and the Kraken return home looking to build momentum when they host the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday night at Climate Pledge Arena.
Seattle finished its six-game road trip at 2-2-2, a respectable showing considering the injuries and lineup shuffles the team endured. Now back home — where the Kraken are 2-0-0 — the focus is on stabilizing their game and maintaining the defensive identity that powered their bounce-back win Thursday.
“Mentally, it was a big swing,” Daccord said after blanking the Jets. “We know we’re not going to blow teams out every night, but when we stay structured and disciplined, we give ourselves a chance to win every game.”
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Game Information
Matchup: Edmonton Oilers vs. Seattle Kraken
Venue: Climate Pledge Arena – Seattle, WA
Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
Time: 10:00 PM ET
Broadcast: ESPN+
Odds: Oilers -177 | Kraken +148 | Total 6.0
Seattle: Daccord and Defense Rebound Strong
Seattle’s 3-0 win over Winnipeg showcased what head coach Lane Lambert has been preaching — defensive structure, smart puck movement, and timely saves. Daccord was the difference-maker, turning aside all 32 shots to record his first shutout of the season.
The Kraken’s blue line has tightened up, allowing just 21 goals through eight games (6th fewest in the NHL). Even without key contributors like Jared McCann (lower body), Kaapo Kakko (hand), and Brandon Montour (personal), Seattle continues to grind out points through disciplined, low-event hockey.
“We’re not happy with that game in Washington, and I think the response was exactly what we needed,” Lambert said after Thursday’s win.
Offensively, Jaden Schwartz and Jordan Eberle have stepped up in McCann’s absence, combining for five goals over the last three games. Rookie Matty Beniers continues to anchor the middle of the ice with two-way play that allows the Kraken to control tempo in tight contests.
Seattle ranks top 10 in hits and penalty-kill percentage, making them one of the grittier teams to face in the NHL Western Conference standings early on.
Kraken Injury Report
| Player | Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Ryker Evans (D) | Out | Upper Body |
| Frederick Gaudreau (C) | Out | Upper Body |
| Kaapo Kakko (RW) | Out | Hand |
| Jared McCann (LW) | Questionable | Lower Body |
| Brandon Montour (D) | Out | Personal |
Edmonton: Elite Offense, Questionable Defense
The Edmonton Oilers arrive on a two-game win streak but remain an enigma — explosive offensively, yet inconsistent defensively. Their latest 6-5 win over Montreal highlighted both extremes. Edmonton trailed 5-3 late before Leon Draisaitl and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scored 58 seconds apart on the power play, with Connor McDavid assisting both.
McDavid, now at 200 multi-assist games, continues to carry the offense, posting 11 points (2G, 9A) through eight games. The Oilers’ power play remains deadly, converting at a 28% rate (4th in the league).
However, their defensive zone coverage and goaltending have been suspect. Edmonton has allowed 29 goals — bottom third in the NHL — and has struggled to hold leads, something Seattle’s forecheck could exploit.
Winger Vasily Podkolzin provided the game-winner against Montreal, while Draisaitl and Nugent-Hopkins remain consistent secondary weapons. Still, head coach Kris Knoblauch admitted the Oilers must improve defensively if they’re going to sustain success.
“We took advantage of some power plays late, but it wasn’t our standard for most of the game,” Nugent-Hopkins said.
Oilers Injury Report
| Player | Status | Injury |
|---|---|---|
| Zach Hyman (LW) | Out | Upper Body |
| Mattias Janmark (C) | Out | Undisclosed |
| Kasperi Kapanen (RW) | Out | Undisclosed |
| Alec Regula (D) | Out | Undisclosed |
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Analysis
This matchup presents a clear contrast in styles. The Oilers thrive on offensive creativity and power-play dominance, while the Kraken rely on structure, physicality, and goaltending. If Seattle’s penalty kill — ranked top-10 — can neutralize Edmonton’s special teams, this game tilts toward a grind-it-out, low-scoring battle.
Daccord’s confidence is rising at the right time, but he’ll face his toughest test yet against McDavid and Draisaitl, who excel in exploiting transition mistakes. Edmonton’s defensive inconsistency leaves the door open for Seattle’s opportunistic offense to keep it close, especially with the home crowd behind them.
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Prediction
The Oilers are the more talented team on paper, but the Kraken’s discipline and Daccord’s recent form give them upset potential. Expect a tight, high-effort game where Seattle’s defense frustrates Edmonton’s stars before special teams decide it late.
Projected Score: Oilers 4, Kraken 3 (OT)
Best Bets: Seattle +1.5 (-174), Over 6.0 (-111)
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