Kraken Host Sabres Monday in Key NHL Matchup

The Seattle Kraken will host the Buffalo Sabres on Monday at 4:00 PM ET, with both teams looking to improve their standings. The Kraken, currently 20-24-3, previously defeated the Sabres 6-2 earlier this month and hold a strong historical record against them. Key players to watch include Oliver Bjorkstrand and Jared McCann for Seattle, both of whom have shown scoring potential against Buffalo, while Alex Tuch will be a focal point for the Sabres. Recent performance shows the Sabres have struggled defensively, ranking 26th in goals against. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+, and projections suggest a competitive matchup, with predictions favoring a close win for the Kraken. Both teams have had inconsistent seasons, with the Kraken aiming to build on their recent victory against the Kings.