Kraken on the Brink: Analysis of Seattle’s First Playoff Run
In a captivating turn of events, the Seattle Kraken has managed to push their first playoff run to the wire, facing the Colorado Avalanche in a decisive Game 7 (USA TODAY Sportsbook Wire). The Kraken has made waves this season as they advance in the Stanley Cup playoffs, striving to make franchise history (The Columbian).
Following an impressive Game 5 win that coincided with the suspension of Avalanche’s Cale Makar, the Seattle Kraken found itself teetering on the brink of upsetting the Avalanche (CBS Sports). Makar had been suspended for one game by the NHL for his hit on Seattle’s Jared McCann in the first game (AP News).
As the playoff series continues, fans eagerly watch the betting odds and live scores surrounding the Seattle Kraken versus Colorado Avalanche NHL game taking place on April 30, 2023 (Action Network). The tension between the two teams has only intensified since Game 5, with the Kraken’s Jordan Eberle narrowly avoiding suspension for a dangerous hit on Avalanche’s Andrew Cogliano during Game 6 (ClutchPoints).
In an incredible show of resilience, the Avalanche forced a Game 7 with a hard-fought victory over the Seattle Kraken despite the odds stacked against them (The Denver Gazette). The defending Stanley Cup champion Colorado Avalanche, led by Artturi Lehkonen, staved off playoff elimination with a 4-1 victory in Game 6 (The Rink Live).
As the playoff series progresses, excitement continues to build around the Seattle Kraken’s first playoff run. Facing the Colorado Avalanche in a win-or-go-home Game 7, the Kraken has the opportunity to make history and advance to the next round of the Stanley Cup playoffs. Fans eagerly tune in to watch and stream the games, looking for live updates and highlights of what could potentially be a groundbreaking moment for the Seattle Kraken franchise (The Seattle Times).
