In a tightly contested matchup on March 11, 2024, the Vancouver Canucks edged out the Seattle Kraken with a 3-2 victory, highlighted by a crucial shootout goal from Liam Ohgren. The win not only halted Seattle’s four-game winning streak but also showcased the stellar performance of Canucks goaltender Kevin Lankinen, who made an impressive 37 saves throughout the game.
The Canucks struck first in regulation with goals from Linus Karlsson and Elias Pettersson. Karlsson’s goal came at a pivotal moment, tying the game at one after Jared McCann had given the Kraken an early lead with a power-play goal. McCann’s score marked his first since returning from injury, having missed seven games earlier this month.
Tensions escalated during the first period when McCann and Canucks player Conor Garland engaged in a fight following an elbowing incident. This physical exchange set the tone for a competitive match, with both teams seeking to assert their dominance.
Seattle took the lead late in the first period when Ryan Winterton scored with only 20 seconds remaining. However, the Canucks responded swiftly in the second period. Just over five minutes in, Pettersson leveled the score at 2-2 with a clean shot from the slot, demonstrating his scoring prowess and keeping Vancouver in the game.
As the match progressed without further scoring, the contest moved to a shootout. Ohgren’s decisive goal proved to be the difference-maker, allowing the Canucks to claim victory. Joey Daccord, the Kraken’s goaltender, recorded 22 saves but ultimately could not prevent Vancouver’s success in the shootout.
The Canucks will next host the Philadelphia Flyers on March 12, while the Kraken prepare to face the Nashville Predators on March 14. Both teams continue to fight for position in a competitive league, making each game crucial as the season unfolds.
