Vince Dunn scores OT winner as Seattle Kraken rally from 3-goal deficit to beat Canucks
The Seattle Kraken demonstrated remarkable resilience by overcoming a three-goal deficit to defeat the Vancouver Canucks 5-4, with Vince Dunn scoring the decisive goal in overtime. The match, held at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, saw the Kraken rally late, with Jaden Schwartz netting two goals, including the equalizer with just 49 seconds remaining. Matty Beniers also contributed to the score, helping Seattle end a frustrating five-game losing streak. Brock Boeser scored twice for the Canucks, while Conor Garland and Jake DeBrusk also contributed to the scoring. Goalie Philipp Grubauer was instrumental in the victory, making 25 saves, while Vancouver's Thatcher Demko recorded 16 saves.
The absence of key players Quinn Hughes and Elias Pettersson due to injuries affected Vancouver's performance. This game highlighted the Kraken's ability to fight back under pressure, setting a hopeful tone for their upcoming match against Utah. The thrilling finish and Dunn's performance are sure to resonate with fans and analysts alike.