The upcoming match between the Golden Knights and the Kraken promises excitement for hockey fans. Scheduled for 10 p.m. ET, both teams will look to solidify their standings in the league.

Matchup Overview

The Golden Knights come into this game with a record of 1-0-1, while the Kraken hold a 1-0-0 record. This early-season matchup is crucial for both teams as they vie for positioning in their respective divisions.

Golden Knights Projected Lineup

Ivan Barbashev — Jack Eichel — Mitch Marner
Reilly Smith — William Karlsson — Mark Stone
Brandon Saad — Tomas Hertl — Pavel Dorofeyev
Brett Howden — Colton Sissons — Keegan Kolesar
Brayden McNabb — Shea Theodore
Noah Hanifin — Zach Whitecloud
Jeremy Lauzon — Kaedan Korczak

Adin Hill will be in goal, marking his second start of the season. The team previously secured a thrilling 4-3 overtime victory against the San Jose Sharks.

Kraken Projected Lineup

Jared McCann — Matty Beniers — Jordan Eberle
Jaden Schwartz — Shane Wright — Eeli Tolvanen
Mason Marchment — Chandler Stephenson — Ryan Winterton
Tye Kartye — Frederick Gaudreau — Jani Nyman
Vince Dunn — Adam Larsson
Ryan Lindgren — Brandon Montour
Josh Mahura — Jamie Oleksiak

Joey Daccord is set to start in net for the Kraken. The team held an optional morning skate on Saturday, ensuring players are prepared for the game.

Injuries and Status Updates

The following players have been scratched for this match:

Golden Knights: Alexander Holtz, Ben Hutton, Cole Reinhardt
Kraken: Berkly Catton, Cale Fleury, Philipp Grubauer

Injuries are limited, with Ryker Evans (upper body) and Kaapo Kakko (hand) out for the Kraken. Montour is expected to play after missing practice for maintenance.

Key Matchups to Watch

As the Golden Knights and Kraken face off, key matchups will be essential to securing victory. The performance of the forwards and defensive pairings could largely influence the game’s outcome.

This matchup will be a significant test for both teams, setting the tone for the sessions ahead in the season. Fans can expect a competitive atmosphere at the arena as each team strives for early momentum.