The Vancouver Canucks (18-33-7) look to snap a four-game losing streak tonight as they cross the border to face the Seattle Kraken (27-22-9) at Climate Pledge Arena. This Saturday night clash, falling on 28 February 2026, marks the first home appearance for the Kraken since the Olympic break and the third of four scheduled meetings between these Pacific Division rivals this season.
Seattle enters the contest as -150 home favourites, bolstered by a seven-game point streak. Meanwhile, the Canucks continue to struggle in the bottom tier of the division, sitting 20 points behind their expansion rivals. Vancouver’s lineup will see Kevin Lankinen get the start in goal, while veteran defenceman Tyler Myers is expected to remain a healthy scratch for the second consecutive game.
Game Day Essentials
- Date: Saturday, 28 February 2026
- Puck Drop: 10:00 p.m. EST / 7:00 p.m. PST
- Venue: Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, WA
- Broadcast: CBC, Sportsnet, CITY (Hockey Night in Canada), Kraken Hockey Network
Head-to-Head & Form
Historically, the rivalry has been tightly contested. The Canucks hold a slight all-time edge with a 9-7-1 record against Seattle, though recent trends favour the Kraken. Vancouver is 3-5-2 in their last 10 meetings against Seattle. In their most recent five matchups, the series is split 2-2-1.
| Team | Record (W-L-OTL) | Points | Last 10 Games |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Kraken | 27-22-9 | 63 | Trending Up (7-game point streak) |
| Vancouver Canucks | 18-33-7 | 43 | 2-7-1 (4-game losing streak) |
Players to Watch
Conor Garland (VAN): Garland leads all active Canucks in career scoring against the Kraken. With the trade freeze recently lifted, Garland’s performance remains under the microscope as Vancouver evaluates its roster for the future.
Elias Pettersson (VAN): Despite the team’s struggles, Pettersson remains the primary offensive engine. Analysts expect him to be the focal point of Vancouver’s playmaking tonight as he attempts to break the Kraken’s defensive structure.
Lane Lambert’s Kraken: The Seattle head coach has emphasized “forechecking” and “limiting chances against” following a stretch where the team allowed unanswered goals in previous outings. Seattle will be without Murray, who remains sidelined with a long-term injury expected to last through early March.
The “I-5 Rivalry” Outlook
With the NHL trade deadline approaching and the playoff race intensifying, the stakes are lopsided. Seattle is fighting to solidify a wild-card berth or climb higher in the Pacific standings, while Vancouver is playing for pride and potential roster auditions. Public sentiment and betting odds heavily favour a Seattle victory, with many predicting a 4-2 result in favour of the home side.