Here's a comprehensive look at the projected lineups for tonight's Seattle Kraken versus Winnipeg Jets game. The Jets, riding a five-game win streak, host a Kraken team looking to rebound from recent struggles.
Kraken (3-2-2) at Jets (5-1-0) - 8 p.m. ET
The Kraken are nearing the end of a long six-game road trip and are looking to end on a positive note, though history isn't on their side, as they've lost their last five against the Jets. Meanwhile, the Jets are trying to keep pace with their impressive start from last season.
Kraken Projected Lineup
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Forwards:
- Berkly Catton -- Matty Beniers -- Jordan Eberle
- Mason Marchment -- Chandler Stephenson -- Eeli Tolvanen
- Jaden Schwartz -- Shane Wright -- Jani Nyman
- Tye Kartye -- Ben Meyers -- Ryan Winterton
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Defense:
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Vince Dunn -- Adam Larsson
- Josh Mahura -- Jamie Oleksiak
- Ryan Lindgren -- Cale Fleury
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Goalies:
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Joey Daccord (Likely starter)
- Matt Murray
Injuries and Scratches (Kraken)
The Kraken's injury list is lengthy. Injured players include Ryker Evans (upper body), Kaapo Kakko (hand), Frederick Gaudreau (upper body), and Jared McCann (lower body). Brandon Montour is out for personal reasons. Max McCormick is out for the season following hip surgery. Philipp Grubauer and John Hayden are expected to be scratched. Mason Marchment will be a game-time decision due to a lower-body injury. Ben Meyers was recalled from Coachella Valley to replace Marchment.
Jets Projected Lineup
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Forwards:
- Kyle Connor -- Mark Scheifele -- Gabriel Vilardi
- Nino Niederreiter -- Jonathan Toews -- Gustav Nyquist
- Alex Iafallo -- Vladislav Namestnikov -- Brad Lambert
- Cole Koepke -- Morgan Barron -- Tanner Pearson
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Defense:
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Josh Morrissey -- Dylan DeMelo
- Logan Stanley -- Neal Pionk
- Haydn Fleury -- Luke Schenn
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Goalies:
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Connor Hellebuyck (Likely starter)
- Eric Comrie
Injuries and Scratches (Jets)
Cole Perfetti is out with an ankle injury and is expected to return in mid-November. Adam Lowry is recovering from hip surgery with a potential return in late October or early November. Dylan Samberg is sidelined with a wrist injury. Morgan Barron is day-to-day with an undisclosed injury. Colin Miller, Nikita Chibrikov, and Parker Ford are expected to be scratched.
Storylines to Watch
- Toews' Hot Streak: Veteran Jonathan Toews is expected to continue his recent strong play against the Kraken.
- Jets' Defense: Winnipeg has been stingy, allowing only 1.6 goals per game.
- Kraken's Road Trip: Seattle aims to salvage the final game of their six-game trip.
- Hellebuyck's Performance: After a stellar performance in his last start, all eyes will be on Hellebuyck if he gets the nod again.
