With the Carolina Hurricanes going to face an unfamiliar foe, this is a somewhat historic occasion for the franchise. Tonight is the inaugural meeting against the first-year Seattle Kraken. Going to the 2nd newest arena in the NHL, Carolina will face the wrath of a new fanbase in the emerald city. In recent times, the Canes have faired well against the new boys to the league, but that’s not a certainty to continue.
Seattle is a team that is vastly underperforming, but specifically in the net. On paper, their goaltenders and defense should be the strength of the team as they push for the playoffs.