This Pacific Division matchup pits the surging Anaheim Ducks against the resilient Seattle Kraken in a battle for playoff positioning. The Ducks, on an 8-2-0 run, host a Kraken team that has won five of its last six games. With both squads tied at 61 points and vying for a top-three spot in the division, expect a tightly contested affair emphasizing defensive structure and special teams, though offensive fireworks from young stars could erupt.
Venue Location
Honda Center, Anaheim, California.
This 17,174-seat arena is known for its passionate “Orange County” crowd and has been the Ducks’ home since 1993, providing a strong home-ice advantage (15-10-2 this season).
Puck drop is scheduled for 10:00 PM ET (7:00 PM PT / 3:00 AM GMT on February 4).
The game will be broadcast on TNT in the US, with streaming available on HBO Max and regional networks.
Injury Report
Seattle Kraken: Berkly Catton (C) – Out (Upper Body, expected return Feb 25); Ben Meyers (C) – IR (Lower Body, expected return Feb 4); Matt Murray (G) – Out (Lower Body); Max McCormick (LW) – Out (expected return Sep 15).
Catton’s injury depletes secondary scoring, while Murray’s absence leaves Philipp Grubauer as the likely starter.
Anaheim Ducks: Leo Carlsson (C) – IR (Thigh, expected return Feb 25); Petr Mrazek (G) – Out (Lower Body, expected return Feb 3); Frank Vatrano (RW) – Out (Shoulder, expected return mid-March).
Carlsson’s absence hurts forward versatility, with Lukas Dostal expected in net after a strong recent performance.
Key Player Matchups
This game highlights young talent and veteran grit, with Anaheim’s defensive structure testing Seattle’s speed. Special teams could be pivotal given the injuries.
| Matchup | Position | Kraken Player | Ducks Player | Notes |
| Forward | Center | Sean Monahan (15G, 25A) | Mason McTavish (13G, 17A) | Veteran centers: Monahan’s faceoff wins (52%) vs. McTavish stepping up without Carlsson; key for possession. |
| Forward | Wing | Jared McCann (20G, recent hot streak) | Cutter Gauthier (24G, 24A) | Snipers: McCann’s 11 goals in 18 games vs. Gauthier’s team-leading points; power-play threats. |
| Forward | Wing | Jordan Eberle (12G, 4 PTS vs ANA) | Troy Terry (13G, 29A) | Veterans: Eberle’s clutch scoring vs. Terry’s assists after injury return; secondary offense drivers. |
| Defense | D | Vince Dunn (8G, 25A) | Pavel Mintyukov (recent G+A) | Puck-movers: Dunn’s mobility vs. Mintyukov’s emerging offense; blue-line battles for zone exits. |
| Goaltending | G | Philipp Grubauer (2.80 GAA, .910 SV%) | Lukas Dostal (2.83 GAA, .903 SV%) | Fill-ins: Grubauer’s experience vs. Dostal’s recent 28-save win; high-shot volume expected. |
Recent Team Forms
Seattle Kraken: 5-1-0 in their last 6 games, averaging 3.8 GPG while allowing 2.0 GPG.
On a four-game winning streak, including a 3-2 victory over Vegas; undefeated (20-0-0) when leading by multiple goals, showcasing comeback prevention.
Anaheim Ducks: 8-2-0 in their last 10 games, averaging 3.4 GPG while allowing 2.5 GPG.
On a one-game winning streak after a 4-3 victory over Vegas; six straight wins following a nine-game skid earlier, emphasizing defensive identity.
Series History
The Seattle Kraken hold an all-time record of 11-6-0 against the Anaheim Ducks since entering the league in 2021.
Kraken lead the 2025-26 season series 2-1, with their most recent win a 3-2 victory on December 22, 2025. Seattle has won 8 straight from November 2022 to November 2024, but Anaheim snapped that with a 4-2 comeback on January 23, 2026.
No playoff meetings between the franchises.
Betting Trends
Kraken: 30-24 ATS overall; 18-11 ATS on road; 6-4 ATS as underdogs. Over in 26 of 54 games (48.1%). Ducks: 27-28 ATS overall; 15-10 ATS at home; 14-13 ATS as favorites. Under in 26 of 55 games (47.3%).
Game Odds
Seattle Kraken 6.5
Anaheim Ducks – 135
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, February 2, 2026
