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Kraken Top Sharks 4-2, End Losing Streak

12/22/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Seattle Kraken defeated the San Jose Sharks 4-2 on December 20, securing the season series.
Eeli Tolvanen (Seattle Kraken) opened the scoring in the second period.
Adam Gaudette (San Jose Sharks) and Colin Graf (San Jose Sharks) tied the game.
Ryan Lindgren (Seattle Kraken) scored the tiebreaker early in the third, his first Kraken goal.
Joey Daccord made 35 saves for the Seattle Kraken, helping end a four-game losing streak.

History

Historical Context

The Seattle Kraken were approved as the NHL's 32nd team in December 2018, officially joining the league in 2021. Their expansion draft followed the successful 2017 debut of the Vegas Golden Knights, who set a high standard with 51 wins in their inaugural season. The Kraken's recent victory over the Sharks highlights their growth and the renewed interest in hockey in Seattle, contributing to local economic development.

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Story summary

Seattle Kraken defeated the San Jose Sharks 4-2 on December 20, securing the season series.
Eeli Tolvanen (Seattle Kraken) opened the scoring in the second period.
Adam Gaudette (San Jose Sharks) and Colin Graf (San Jose Sharks) tied the game.
Ryan Lindgren (Seattle Kraken) scored the tiebreaker early in the third, his first Kraken goal.
Joey Daccord made 35 saves for the Seattle Kraken, helping end a four-game losing streak.

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