Sharks Defeat Kraken 6-1 on November 5, 2025
Macklin Celebrini led the San Jose Sharks with a goal and two assists in their 6-1 victory over the Seattle Kraken. The Sharks opened a significant lead by scoring three times within the first four minutes of the third period.
Key Contributions
- Goals from Ethan Cardwell, John Klingberg, Will Smith, Ty Dellandrea, and Tyler Toffoli aided the Sharks’ strong offensive effort.
- Yaroslav Askarov made 28 saves, securing his team’s third win in four games and improving San Jose’s record to 5-6-3.
Kraken’s Performance
Ryan Winterton scored his first NHL goal in 34 games, momentarily tying the score in the first period. However, goalkeeper Joey Daccord faced 28 shots and the Kraken suffered their first regulation loss at home after a 4-0-2 start. This game also marked the season’s highest goals conceded by Seattle.
Opening Period Highlights
Celebrini, the 2024 NHL draft's top pick, scored early at 1:08, marking his eighth goal of the season and leading the league with 21 points. After a missed breakaway, Winterton quickly recovered to tie the game with 3:30 remaining in the opening period. Cardwell reclaimed the lead for the Sharks with a one-timer goal late in the first period; it was his first goal since November 29 of the previous year, also against Seattle.
Second Period Details
The Sharks capitalized on a power-play opportunity following an interference penalty on Jani Nyman. John Klingberg’s slap shot with 8:39 left in the second period found the net, extending their lead.
"Celebrini scored 1:08 into the opening period. His wrist shot from the slot was his eighth goal of the season. He leads the league with 21 points."
"Ryan Winterton netted his first NHL goal in 34 career games for Seattle."
Author's Summary: The Sharks’ dominant offensive display, spearheaded by Celebrini’s leadership and a strong goaltending performance, secured a decisive 6-1 win over the Kraken, who struggled defensively at home.