By: Kim Smith Published 01/23/2026, 06:15 AM ET 
The Anaheim Ducks head north to face the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena on Friday, January 23, 2026, with puck drop scheduled for 10:00 PM ET. This matchup will be televised on ESPN+, KCOP, KONG Seattle, Kraken Hockey Network, and Victory+ Sports Network. Seattle enters as a slight home favorite at -115 on the moneyline, while Anaheim is priced at -105. The total is set at 6.5 goals with the Over at +105 and the Under at -125, and the puck line lists Anaheim +1.5 (-250) against Seattle -1.5 (+205). Make sure to check out our free NHL picks for more daily NHL betting insights.
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Terms & Conditions Ducks Riding Momentum into Seattle
Anaheim comes into this matchup with a 26-21-3 overall record and has gone 11-13-2 on the road this season. Over their last five games, the Ducks have recently won over the Avalanche, Rangers, Kings twice, and Stars. That stretch shows Anaheim playing some of its best hockey of the season, finding ways to win tight games and close out opponents in different situations.
Statistically, the Ducks are averaging 3.18 goals per game while allowing 3.52 goals against. They generate 30.1 shots per game and allow 28.8 shots against, reflecting an aggressive offensive style that can also lead to defensive exposure. Their power play has produced 25 goals with a 16.4% conversion rate, while the penalty kill sits at 77.8%.
One area Anaheim excels in is creating chaos and capitalizing on mistakes. With six short-handed goals and a willingness to push pace, the Ducks can turn games into track meets, which has helped fuel their current winning streak despite defensive lapses.
Kraken Looking to Regain Home Consistency
Seattle enters Friday night with a 22-18-9 overall record and has been solid at home with an 11-8-5 mark at Climate Pledge Arena. In their last five games, the Kraken have recently won over the Islanders but have also recently lost to the Penguins, Utah, Bruins, and Devils. That run highlights inconsistency, particularly away from home, though Seattle tends to play more structured hockey on home ice.
The Kraken are averaging 2.78 goals per game while allowing 2.94 goals against. They put up 25.6 shots per game and give up 29.4 shots against, relying more on efficiency and goaltending than shot volume. Seattle’s power play has been a bright spot, scoring 33 goals at a strong 23.4% success rate.
Defensively, special teams remain a concern. Seattle’s penalty kill is operating at just 72.6%, and that weakness can be magnified against aggressive teams. However, when the Kraken control tempo and limit penalties, they are capable of grinding out low-scoring wins at home.
Anaheim Ducks vs Seattle Kraken PickAnaheim Ducks vs Seattle Kraken Pick Pick: Anaheim Ducks moneyline (-105)
Anaheim enters this game playing with confidence and momentum, and their current five-game winning streak is hard to ignore. The Ducks are generating more offense than Seattle and have shown an ability to win close games on the road. With Seattle struggling to string together consistent performances and owning a weak penalty kill, Anaheim’s pressure and depth give them the edge to steal another road victory.
Anaheim Ducks vs Seattle Kraken Total Pick
I am taking the Under in this matchup because Seattle home games tend to slow down, and the Kraken are at their best when controlling pace and leaning on structure. Anaheim has won several recent games in low-scoring fashion, and Seattle’s offense is not built to consistently push totals higher unless special teams take over. With the Under priced at value and both teams capable of tightening up defensively, I expect this game to stay below 6.5 goals.
Final Score Prediction: Anaheim Ducks 3, Seattle Kraken 2
This prediction was written before the completion of game play on Thursday.
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