Shane Pinto contributed a goal and two assists as the Ottawa Senators defeated the Seattle Kraken 7-4 on Saturday night in Seattle. This win extended Ottawa’s point streak to six games and improved their record on their five-game road trip to 3-0-1, with the trip concluding Monday in Vancouver. The Senators’ consistent offensive pressure was key to their success in this high-scoring matchup.
Key Contributions from Senators’ Scorers and Goaltending
Alongside Pinto, Michael Amadio scored a goal and added an assist, while Tyler Kleven, Dylan Cozens, Warren Foegele, Tim Stutzle, and Brady Tkachuk also found the back of the net. Defenseman Thomas Chabot and forward Nick Cousins each registered two assists. Ottawa’s goaltender Linus Ullmark played an important role, stopping 17 shots to help maintain the lead during crucial moments.
Seattle’s Efforts and Injury Setback
The Kraken’s goals came from Jacob Melanson, Eeli Tolvanen, Matty Beniers, and Brandon Montour, with Jordan Eberle contributing two assists. Despite these efforts, Seattle struggled to contain Ottawa’s offense and fell to 2-2-0 during their six-game homestand. Goalie Joey Daccord faced 36 shots, making 29 saves. The Kraken line that opened scoring executed a 3-on-2 rush early in the first period, with Melanson capitalizing on a rebound.
Detailed Game Progression and Incident on the Ice
After Seattle’s initial goal at 8:45 of the first period, Ottawa responded rapidly with four consecutive goals. Kleven’s one-timer and Cozens’ wrister gave the Senators a 2-1 lead at the period’s end. Early in the second, Pinto’s deflection on a rebound expanded the lead to 3-1, followed by Amadio’s goal at 10:09. Tolvanen’s shot narrowed the gap, but Ottawa regained control with three third-period goals by Foegele, Stutzle, and Tkachuk.
Beniers and Montour later scored for Seattle, but their efforts fell short. A notable moment occurred late in the first period when a collision resulted in Jaden Schwartz being cut and removed from the game. The Kraken also missed forwards Frederick Gaudreau and defenseman Ryan Lindgren due to illnesses affecting the team.
Implications and Upcoming Challenges for the Senators
This victory solidifies the Senators’ momentum as they continue their road schedule, demonstrating depth and resilience with recent acquisitions like Warren Foegele making immediate impacts. The ability to maintain a point streak over six games reflects their competitive form. Ottawa’s focus now shifts to their final road match in Vancouver, where preserving this positive trend will be crucial ahead of returning home.
