Seattle Kraken take on the Edmonton Oilers in yet another preseason game as both teams try to find their feet and settle into a good rhythm heading into the NHL season.
The game set to take place at Rogers Place will be vital for both parties, as they have only won one preseason game so far.
Seattle Kraken vs Edmonton Oilers game info
- Date and Time: September 28, 2024, at 7 p.m. EDT
- Venue: Rogers Place, Edmonton
- Broadcast: ESPN+, Sportsnet
- Live Streaming: ESPN+
- Local channel: RDS
Seattle Kraken game preview
The Kraken won their last game 3-1 against an in-form Vancouver Canucks, handing them their first defeat of the preseason. This comes after defeats in the first two preseason games.
Seattle Kraken key players and injuries
Ryan Winterton, Ben Myers and Nathan Villeneuve have been impressive. Myers and Villeneuve scored the solitary goals in the opening two defeats.
With no players currently injured at the moment, the Kraken heads towards the season with a full roster.
Edmonton Oilers game preview
The Oilers will find it difficult to comprehend their current form as they have won only one of their four preseason games. The Game 7 Stanley Cup Finals defeat against the Florida Panthers might have had its effects but they has to move past it.
Edmonton Oilers key players and injuries
Connor McDavid has been the focal point for the Oilers for quite some time, as the player has eased his way into the preseason team before the start of the season.
The forward scored 174 points last season and played a vital part in getting the Oilers to the Stanley Cup finals.
Raphael Lavoie will hope for a quick return from injury, as his 28 goals and 22 assists with the Bakersfield Condors earned him a call with the Oilers. As for Evander Kane, the forward is set to be out till the start of next year.