Kraken Stage Late Rally, Win In Shootout

Berkly Catton's open-net goal sparks comeback as Kraken snap 6-game skid

Apr. 10, 2026 at 5:04am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the chaotic action of a hockey game, with players and the puck fragmented into overlapping planes of vibrant colors and sharp angles.The Kraken's dramatic comeback victory over the Golden Knights showcases the raw energy and unpredictability of professional hockey.Seattle Today

The Seattle Kraken were down 3-1 to the Vegas Golden Knights with under 14 minutes left in regulation, but a misplayed puck by Vegas goalie Adin Hill led to an open-net goal for Berkly Catton that ignited a late Kraken rally. Bobby McMann tied the game shortly after, and Catton then scored the winning goal in the shootout as the Kraken snapped a six-game losing streak with a 4-3 victory.

Why it matters

The Kraken had been struggling offensively, scoring two goals or fewer in six consecutive defeats. This comeback win could provide a much-needed boost of confidence and momentum as the team looks to turn things around in the final stretch of the season.

The details

The Kraken were down 3-1 after goals by Mark Stone and Brett Howden for Vegas, but Berkly Catton's open-net goal after a misplay by Adin Hill sparked the Kraken's rally. Bobby McMann tied the game shortly after, and then Catton scored the winning goal in the shootout to snap Seattle's six-game skid.

  • With under 14 minutes left in regulation, Berkly Catton scored an open-net goal to make it 3-2.
  • Minutes later, Bobby McMann tied the game at 3-3.
  • In the shootout, Catton scored the winning goal in the fourth round to give the Kraken a 4-3 victory.

The players

Berkly Catton

A Kraken forward who scored the open-net goal that sparked the late comeback and then netted the winning shootout goal.

Bobby McMann

A Kraken forward who tied the game at 3-3 shortly after Catton's open-net goal.

Adin Hill

The Vegas Golden Knights goaltender who misplayed the puck behind his net, leading to Catton's open-net goal that ignited the Kraken's rally.

Mark Stone

A Golden Knights forward who scored two goals to give Vegas a 3-1 lead.

Brett Howden

A Golden Knights forward who scored a goal to make it 3-1 Vegas.

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What they’re saying

“That seemed to ignite the home side as Bobby McMann tied things up minutes later, and then Catton delivered a 4-3 victory in a shootout by scoring his team's second goal in four breakaway tries that round.”

— Geoff Baker, Author

What’s next

The Kraken will look to build on this comeback win as they continue their push for a playoff spot in the final weeks of the season. Their next game is against the division-leading Colorado Avalanche on Saturday.

The takeaway

This victory could provide a much-needed boost of confidence for the Kraken, who had been struggling offensively. The late rally and shootout win showed the team's resilience and ability to bounce back from a multi-goal deficit, which will be crucial as they aim to secure a postseason berth.