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Kraken Power Play Surges, Faces Test Against Stingy Mammoth; Dunn’s Dominance Key

Seattle, WA – The Seattle Kraken are riding a wave of power play success after a recent victory against the Kings, but face a tough challenge against the Utah Mammoth, who have shut down opponents’ power plays for five straight games. The Kraken’s simplified power play approach, focusing on puck movement and net presence, has yielded impressive results, with the last four goals coming on the advantage.

However, the team will be without winger Jared McCann for the next three weeks due to a lower-body injury. Eeli Tolvanen is the likely candidate to fill McCann’s spot on the top line, joining Matty Beniers and Jordan Eberle. The Kraken are also missing Jaden Schwartz and Berkly Catton, requiring creative lineup adjustments.

Defenseman Vince Dunn’s play has been a bright spot for the Kraken. Fresh off a three point game, Dunn is on pace for a career-high in goals. His offensive contributions, combined with his defensive prowess, are crucial for a Kraken team looking for consistent scoring.

The Kraken face the Mammoth, who are struggling despite high expectations. After a strong start, Utah has lost 11 of their last 14 games. They’ve struggled on offense, especially on the power play, which ranks among the league’s worst. The absence of star forward Logan Cooley further compounds their offensive woes, placing more pressure on players like Nick Schmaltz and Dylan Guenther. The Kraken look to exploit Utah’s slump in their upcoming matchup.

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