With the Penguins trying to end a six-game losing streak, the Kraken knew they were going to face a desperate and determined Pittsburgh squad, and they were right. Seattle found themselves playing a lot in their own zone working to defend against a forward group that includes Evgeni Malkin and Sidney Crosby. The home team was able to tilt the ice their way but, as Dave Hakstol said, the Kraken did "bend but not break," to earn a win. Martin Jones was solid and calm in net, Pittsburgh's power play stayed quiet, and a former Penguin was the player to deliver the game-winner to Seattle.
When the final buzzer sounded, it marked the fourth straight win for the Kraken; a sweep of the season series against the Penguins; and a win in every game of this three-game road trip.
Post-Game Instant Analysis: Seattle at Pittsburgh
With everyone contributing, Kraken win 3-2, sweep season series versus Penguins