The Nashville Predators (28-27-8, 64 points) are set to face the Seattle Kraken (29-24-9, 67 points) at Climate Pledge Arena on Tuesday, March 10, with puck drop scheduled for 10:00 pm EST. Fans can catch the game on ESPN+, FDSN SO, KONG, and KHN, while radio broadcasts will be available through 99.9 The Fan and 93.3 KJRP.
Recent Performance Insights for Nashville Predators
Nashville has struggled recently, suffering a 3-2 defeat against the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday. This marked their fourth loss in five games, during which the Predators have scored an average of 2.8 goals but conceded 3.2 goals per game, indicating defensive challenges.
Seattle Kraken’s Recent Game Outcomes
The Kraken endured their second consecutive defeat on Saturday, falling 7-4 to the Ottawa Senators. Throughout their current homestand, Seattle holds a 2-2-0 record, averaging 3.3 goals scored per game but allowing four goals on average, reflecting ongoing defensive vulnerabilities.
Projected Lineups for Nashville Predators
The forward lines include Stamkos, O’Reilly, and Marchessault on the top line, with Forsberg, Wood, and Evangelista; L’Heureux, Hauala, and Kemell in the third; and Jost, Svechkov, and Wiesblatt forming the fourth line. Defensively, Skjei pairs with Josi, Hague with Barron, and Perbix with Ufko. The goaltending duties are expected to be shared by Saros and Annunen.
Projected Seattle Kraken Line Combinations
Seattle’s forward groups line up with McCann, Beniers, and Eberle leading, followed by Schwartz, Stephenson, and Tolvanen; Catton, Wright, and Kakko; and Melanson, Meyers, and Winterton. The defense features Dunn with Larsson, Oleksiak with Montour, and Mahura paired with Evans. Daccord and Grubauer are slated as goaltenders.
Key Players to Monitor
Roman Josi, who scored Nashville’s only goal in their previous encounter with Seattle in January, remains a critical player for the Predators. On the Kraken side, Matty Beniers made a significant impact by netting two goals in Seattle’s January 1 victory over Nashville.
Injury Updates for Both Teams
The Predators are currently without defensemen Adam Wilsby and Ryan O’Reilly, who are listed as day-to-day. Seattle’s roster lists goalie Matt Murray on injured reserve, along with Frederick Gaudreau and Ryan Lindgren as day-to-day absences, affecting their lineup depth.
