McCann’s Go-ahead Goal in the Third Period Lifts Kraken to 2–1 Win Over Panthers

Seattle Kraken left wing Jared McCann (19), celebrates his goal during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Florida Panthers, Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, in Sunrise, Fla. Marta Lavandier/AP Photo

SUNRISE, Fla.—Jared McCann scored the go-ahead goal early in the third period and the Seattle Kraken held on to beat the Florida Panthers 2–1 on Saturday night.

Kaappo Kakko also had a goal and Joey Daccord stopped 26 shots for the Kraken, who snapped a three-game losing skid and split the two-game season series against the Atlantic Division-leading Panthers.