Brandon Montour's OT Winner Lifts Kraken Over Lightning

Seattle snaps four-game winless streak with key victory over Tampa Bay

Mar. 27, 2026 at 2:48am

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Brandon Montour scored twice, including the game-winning goal in overtime, as the Seattle Kraken defeated the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 on Thursday night. Kaapo Kakko and Bobby McCann also scored for the Kraken, who moved within three points of the final Western Conference wild-card spot. Jake Guentzel, Anthony Cirelli, and Corey Perry scored for the Lightning, who were without captain Victor Hedman.

Why it matters

This was a crucial win for the Kraken as they continue to fight for a playoff spot in the tight Western Conference race. The Lightning, meanwhile, missed an opportunity to gain ground on the top teams in the East.

The details

Montour's overtime winner came as Tampa Bay's Brandon Hagel was changing lines, allowing Montour to slip a shot between Andrei Vasilevskiy's pads. The Kraken had taken a 3-1 lead in the second period before the Lightning rallied to tie it, setting up the dramatic overtime finish.

  • The game was played on Thursday, March 26, 2026.
  • Montour scored the overtime winner at 2:47 of the extra period.

The players

Brandon Montour

A forward for the Seattle Kraken who scored two goals, including the game-winner in overtime.

Kaapo Kakko

A forward for the Seattle Kraken who scored a goal and had an assist.

Bobby McCann

A forward for the Seattle Kraken who scored a goal and had an assist.

Jake Guentzel

A forward for the Tampa Bay Lightning who scored a goal and had an assist.

Victor Hedman

The captain of the Tampa Bay Lightning who was not in the lineup due to a personal leave.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

The takeaway

This was a hard-fought victory for the Kraken as they continue to battle for a playoff spot in the Western Conference. The Lightning, despite the loss, remain in a strong position atop the Eastern Conference standings.