The upcoming NHL game between the St. Louis Blues and Seattle Kraken is set to be an exciting Western Conference matchup as the regular season nears its conclusion.
Game Overview
- Date: Saturday, April 12, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM PT
- Location: Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, Washington
- Season Series: This is the third and final meeting between the two teams this season. The Blues have dominated the series, winning both previous matchups, including a commanding 7-2 victory in their last encounter.
Team Records and Standings
- St. Louis Blues (43-30-7): The Blues are battling for a playoff spot, sitting in the second Wild Card position in the Western Conference with 93 points. They have been strong offensively, averaging 3.01 goals per game, and defensively, allowing 2.84 goals per game.
- Seattle Kraken (34-40-6): The Kraken have been eliminated from playoff contention and are second-to-last in the Pacific Division with 74 points. They average 2.96 goals per game but have struggled defensively, allowing 3.16 goals per game.
Key Players to Watch
- St. Louis Blues:
- Robert Thomas: Thomas leads the Blues with 78 points (21 goals, 57 assists) and has been a consistent playmaker.
- Jordan Kyrou: Kyrou has contributed 34 goals and 33 assists this season, making him a key offensive weapon.
- Jordan Binnington: Expected to start in goal, Binnington has a 27-22-4 record with a 2.72 GAA and .900 save percentage.
- Seattle Kraken:
- Jared McCann: McCann leads the Kraken with 60 points (22 goals, 38 assists) and remains their most consistent offensive contributor.
- Chandler Stephenson: Stephenson has added 51 points this season, showcasing his playmaking ability.
- Joey Daccord: Likely to start in goal, Daccord has a 2.69 GAA and .909 save percentage.
Recent Form
- Blues: St. Louis is 7-3-0 in its last 10 games, averaging 3.2 goals per game while allowing 2.6. They are coming off back-to-back losses to the Edmonton Oilers and Winnipeg Jets, which snapped their impressive 12-game winning streak.
- Kraken: Seattle is 3-7-0 in its last 10 games, averaging 2.8 goals per game while conceding 3.7. They are coming off a narrow 2-1 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights.
Game Dynamics
- Blues’ Keys to Victory:
- Leverage their offensive depth, led by Thomas and Kyrou, to challenge Seattle’s defense.
- Tighten up defensively to limit Seattle’s scoring chances.
- Strong goaltending from Binnington to keep the game under control.
- Kraken’s Keys to Victory:
- Utilize their home-ice advantage and play with energy to challenge St. Louis.
- Stay disciplined to avoid giving the Blues power-play opportunities.
- Solid performance from Daccord to keep the game close.
St. Louis Blues – 142
Seattle Kraken 5.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, April 11, 2025
