Post-Game Instant Analysis: A Well-Earned Win

The Kraken get results on the scoreboard powered by solid defense, offensive control, and the first hat trick in franchise history

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By Alison Lukan /
@AlisonL nhl.com/kraken

"Stick with it and results will come." It's easy to say, much harder to do, but the Kraken were finally rewarded for their effort in all facets of the game with a 5-2 win over Buffalo. Let's look at the pieces that came together for Thursday's victory "by the numbers:"

Here's a look at our data-driven Instant Analysis from Sportlogiq:

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