The San Jose Sharks (8-7-3) face the Seattle Kraken (8-4-5) on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle. This matchup follows the Sharks' 6-1 win over the Kraken on November 5 and comes as both teams conclude recent road and home stretches. Projected lineups highlight returns from injury and key performers for both sides.
The game, set for 10 p.m. ET and broadcast on KHN/Prime, KONG, and NBCSCA, marks the end of the Kraken's three-game homestand after their 5-3 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on November 13. The Sharks, meanwhile, aim to bounce back from a 2-0 shutout loss to the Calgary Flames on November 13, wrapping up their three-game road trip.
Key Storylines
For the Kraken, goaltender Joey Daccord remains sidelined on injured reserve with an upper-body injury, missing at least three games since being placed on IR a week prior. Forward Frederick Gaudreau, out since October 18 with an upper-body injury, participated in the morning skate and is a game-time decision after 13 missed games. Jared McCann, on IR since October 25 with a lower-body injury, was a full participant in practice but is not expected to play. Forward Kaapo Kakko is week to week after an injury in the Jets win.
The Sharks see defenseman Nick Leddy return after missing 11 games with an upper-body injury. Forward Jeff Skinner is day to day with a lower-body injury sustained against the Flames, while Michael Misa is also out with a lower-body issue.
Defenseman Vince Dunn stands out for Seattle, leading team defensemen with 12 points (3 goals, 9 assists) and adding two assists in the recent Jets game. He ranks third overall on the Kraken.
Team Stats
Seattle Kraken (8-4-5)
Top scorers:
- Jordan Eberle: 7G, 6A, 13P
- Jaden Schwartz: 5G, 7A, 12P
- Vince Dunn: 3G, 9A, 12P
- Matty Beniers: 2G, 9A, 11P
- Chandler Stephenson: 4G, 5A, 9P
Goalies:
- Joey Daccord: 6-2-3, 2.83 GAA, .900 SV%
- Matt Murray: 0-2-1, 2.13 GAA, .926 SV%
- Philipp Grubauer: 2-0-1, 2.64 GAA, .878 SV%
San Jose Sharks (8-7-3)
Top scorers:
- Macklin Celebrini: 10G, 16A, 26P
- Will Smith: 7G, 10A, 17P
- William Eklund: 5G, 6A, 11P
- Tyler Toffoli: 5G, 6A, 11P
- Dmitry Orlov: 0G, 11A, 11P
Goalies:
- Yaroslav Askarov: 5-5-1, 3.09 GAA, .906 SV%
- Alex Nedeljkovic: 3-2-2, 2.96 GAA, .906 SV%
Projected Lineups
Lineups are subject to change. Sources show minor variations in defensive pairings.
Sharks Forwards: Philipp Kurashev — Macklin Celebrini — Will Smith; William Eklund — Alexander Wennberg — Collin Graf; Adam Gaudette — Ty Dellandrea — Tyler Toffoli; Barclay Goodrow — Zack Ostapchuk — Ryan Reaves.
Defense: Dmitry Orlov — John Klingberg; Mario Ferraro — Shakir Mukhamadullin; Nick Leddy — Vincent Desharnais.
Goalies: Alex Nedeljkovic, Yaroslav Askarov.
Scratched: Vincent Iorio, Sam Dickinson.
Kraken Forwards: Mason Marchment — Matty Beniers — Jordan Eberle; Jaden Schwartz — Chandler Stephenson — Jani Nyman; Eeli Tolvanen — Berkly Catton — Shane Wright; Tye Kartye — Freddy Gaudreau — Ryan Winterton.
Defense: Vince Dunn — Adam Larsson; Ryan Lindgren — Brandon Montour; Ryker Evans — Jamie Oleksiak.
Goalies: Matt Murray, Philipp Grubauer.
Scratched: Cale Fleury, Josh Mahura.
Post-game, the Kraken begin a four-game road trip against the Detroit Red Wings on November 18.