Kraken Star Jared McCann Sidelined for Three Weeks Due to Lower-Body Injury
The Seattle Kraken will be missing forward Jared McCann for the upcoming three weeks due to a lower-body injury. The team announced this development on Friday following McCann’s injury sustained during a recent match.
Injury Details
McCann suffered the injury on Wednesday night in a thrilling 3-2 overtime win against the Los Angeles Kings. During this game, he managed to score his fifth goal of the season and registered three shots over 16:39 minutes of ice time. This latest setback marks another absence for the talented 29-year-old forward.
Season Performance
- Goals this season: 5
- Assists this season: 3
- Total points in 11 games: 8
Earlier this season, McCann was sidelined for 17 games due to an injury sustained on October 18. He had just returned to the lineup on November 26 before facing this recent setback.
Team Impact and Statistics
This injury comes as a significant challenge for the Kraken, who are currently struggling offensively. Seattle ranks last in the NHL with a total of 70 goals this season. They are tied with the Calgary Flames with an average of 2.50 goals per game, despite having played the fewest games in the league at 28.
McCann is the leading goalscorer in the franchise’s history, having netted 123 goals. Jaden Schwartz follows with 76 goals, emphasizing McCann’s crucial role in the team’s offense.
Current Standings
Despite these challenges, the Kraken hold a 12-10-6 record, which positions them fifth in the Pacific Division based on points percentage (.536). If the season ended today, they would secure the second wild card spot in the Western Conference.
Upcoming Matches
The Kraken will face the Utah Mammoth on Friday evening before returning home for a matchup against the Buffalo Sabres at the Climate Pledge Arena on Sunday night.
