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Kraken Storm Back to Beat Flames in Overtime Thriller

2/9/2025

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Summary

Story summary

In a thrilling overtime showdown, the Seattle Kraken rallied from a two-goal deficit to triumph over the Calgary Flames 3-2. Matty Beniers clinched the victory with a stunning game-winner, supported by goals from Shane Wright and Andre Burakovsky. Meanwhile, the Flames, despite efforts from Morgan Frost and Nazem Kadri, faced their fourth straight defeat. Both teams now pause for the 4 Nations Face-Off.

History

Historical Context

In a thrilling overtime win, the Seattle Kraken overcame a two-goal deficit against the Calgary Flames, reminiscent of the 1942 Stanley Cup Finals when the Toronto Maple Leafs famously came back from a similar deficit to win. The Kraken's resilience continues to shape their young franchise's identity.

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Story summary

In a thrilling overtime showdown, the Seattle Kraken rallied from a two-goal deficit to triumph over the Calgary Flames 3-2. Matty Beniers clinched the victory with a stunning game-winner, supported by goals from Shane Wright and Andre Burakovsky. Meanwhile, the Flames, despite efforts from Morgan Frost and Nazem Kadri, faced their fourth straight defeat. Both teams now pause for the 4 Nations Face-Off.

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