The Seattle Kraken are set to face off against the Anaheim Ducks tonight at the Honda Center. Here's a look at the projected lineups for both teams, as of December 22, 2025.
Kraken Projected Lineup
The Kraken, currently holding a 13-14-6 record, are looking to build on their recent 4-2 victory against the San Jose Sharks. Here's how they are expected to line up:
- Forwards:
- Kaapo Kakko — Matty Beniers — Jordan Eberle
- Eeli Tolvanen — Chandler Stephenson — Frederick Gaudreau
- Jani Nyman — Shane Wright — Ryan Winterton
- Tye Kartye — Ben Meyers — Jacob Melanson
- Defense:
- Vince Dunn — Adam Larsson
- Ryan Lindgren — Jamie Oleksiak
- Ryker Evans — Josh Mahura
- Goaltenders:
- Philipp Grubauer
- Joey Daccord
Cale Fleury is expected to be scratched for this game. The Kraken have several players on the injured list, including Matt Murray (lower body), Jaden Schwartz (lower body), Berkly Catton (upper body), Jared McCann (lower body), and Brandon Montour (upper body). Montour is expected to be out for four weeks following hand surgery. Catton has been skating in a regular jersey but has been out since December 6th.
Ducks Projected Lineup
The Anaheim Ducks, who have a 21-13-2 record, are currently leading the Pacific Division. They aim to continue their strong performance. Here’s their projected lineup:
- Forwards:
- Chris Kreider — Mikael Granlund — Troy Terry
- Cutter Gauthier — Mason McTavish — Beckett Sennecke
- Alex Killorn — Ryan Strome — Frank Vatrano
- Ross Johnston — Ryan Poehling — Jansen Harkins
- Defense:
- Jackson LaCombe — Jacob Trouba
- Pavel Mintyukov — Radko Gudas
- Olen Zellweger — Ian Moore
- Goaltenders:
- Lukas Dostal
- Petr Mrazek
Drew Helleson and Nikita Nesterenko are expected to be scratched. Leo Carlsson is out with a lower-body injury and is considered day-to-day.
Game Details
The game is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on KHN/Prime, Victory+, KING 5, KONG, KCOP-13, and TVAS.
Additional Information
The Ducks won their most recent game. The Kraken beat the Ducks 3-1 in their home opener on October 9.
Other News
Mason Marchment recently left the Kraken for the Columbus Blue Jackets.
