Kraken Defeat Canadiens 8-2 Amid Strong Offense

In a dominant performance, the Seattle Kraken defeated the Montreal Canadiens 8-2, with defenseman Brandon Montour scoring a hat trick and adding an assist. The Kraken established an early lead, scoring four goals within the first 10 minutes, with Jaden Schwartz and Oliver Bjorkstrand also contributing to the scoreline. Despite the Canadiens' recent success, their special teams faltered, going 0 for 4 on the power play while Seattle capitalized with a 3 for 6 performance. Montour's hat trick marked his first career achievement of this kind, and he now has nine points in ten games this season. The defeat marked the Canadiens' second loss by a five-goal margin in just four games, raising concerns about their defensive capabilities. The Kraken will continue their road trip against the Toronto Maple Leafs, while the Canadiens prepare for a matchup with the Washington Capitals.