The Seattle Kraken will face off against the Chicago Blackhawks in a matchup featuring two teams with contrasting recent performances. The Kraken enter the game with a record of 15-16-2, having lost their last two contests. They currently sit sixth in their division, with Jared McCann leading the team in points at 26. In contrast, the Blackhawks have found some momentum, winning their last two games, bringing their record to 11-19-2. Connor Bedard leads the Blackhawks with 26 points, showcasing his playmaking ability. Both teams will look to capitalize on their respective strengths as they aim to improve their standings in the competitive league.
Seattle Kraken at Chicago Blackhawks Game Information
Game Date: December 19, 2024
Game Time: 08:30 PM ET
TV Channel: Chicago Sports Network, KONG (Seattle-Tacoma, WA)
Location: United Center, Chicago, IL
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)
Chicago Blackhawks Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 11-19-2
Conference Record: 7-12-1
Division Record: 3-6-1
Streak: 2 win
Seattle Kraken Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 15-16-2
Conference Record: 7-8-1
Division Record: 3-4-0
Streak: 2 loss
Stat Leaders
Chicago Blackhawks (11-19-2, 24 PTS, #7 in division)
Goals Leader: Ryan Donato, 11G, 7A, 18 PTS
Assists Leader: Connor Bedard, 7G, 19A, 26 PTS
Points Leader: Connor Bedard, 7G, 19A, 26 PTS
Penalty Minutes Leader: Connor Murphy, 34 PIM
Goalie: Arvid Soderblom, 4-7-1, 2.7 GAA, 0.0 SV%
Seattle Kraken (15-16-2, 32 PTS, #6 in division)
Goals Leader: Oliver Bjorkstrand, 11G, 11A, 22 PTS
Assists Leader: Chandler Stephenson, 3G, 18A, 21 PTS
Points Leader: Jared McCann, 11G, 15A, 26 PTS
Penalty Minutes Leader: Yanni Gourde, 34 PIM
Goalie: Joey Daccord, 12-7-2, 2.46 GAA, 0.0 SV%
Chicago Blackhawks Injury Report
Craig Smith – Lower Body (Day To Day) – Smith did not play in Tuesday’s (Dec. 17) game against Capitals.
Petr Mrazek – Groin (Out) – The Chicago Blackhawks placed G Petr Mrazek on injured reserve on Saturday (Dec. 7).
Seth Jones – Foot (Out) – Jones is expected to miss approximately four weeks with a right foot injury, per Charlie Roumeliotis of WGN Radio.
Alec Martinez – Neck (Out) – The Chicago Blackhawks placed D Alec Martinez on injured reserve on Friday (Dec. 13).
Laurent Brossoit – Knee (Out) – Brossoit had another procedure done on Friday (Nov. 29) and is expected to be out for another six weeks, according to Blackhawks head coach Luke Richardson.
Seattle Kraken Injury Report
Jordan Eberle – Pelvis (Out) – The Seattle Kraken placed F Jordan Eberle on long-term injured reserve on Saturday (Nov. 30).
Yanni Gourde – Lower-body (Day To Day) – Gourde did not play in Tuesday’s (Dec. 17) game against the Senators.
Chicago Blackhawks Upcoming 2024-2025 Schedule
December 19, 2024 vs Seattle Kraken
December 21, 2024 at Calgary Flames
December 23, 2024 at Minnesota Wild
December 27, 2024 at Buffalo Sabres
December 29, 2024 vs Dallas Stars
December 31, 2024 vs St. Louis Blues
January 03, 2025 vs Montreal Canadiens
January 05, 2025 vs New York Rangers
January 08, 2025 vs Colorado Avalanche
January 10, 2025 at Detroit Red Wings
Seattle Kraken Upcoming 2024-2025 Schedule
December 19, 2024 at Chicago Blackhawks
December 21, 2024 at Vegas Golden Knights
December 22, 2024 at Colorado Avalanche
December 28, 2024 at Vancouver Canucks
December 30, 2024 vs Utah Hockey Club
January 02, 2025 vs Vancouver Canucks
January 04, 2025 vs Edmonton Oilers
January 06, 2025 vs New Jersey Devils
January 09, 2025 at Columbus Blue Jackets
January 11, 2025 at Buffalo Sabres
