This Is What Happened When the Kraken Took On Columbus: Goals, Power Plays, and One Bruising Loss
The Seattle Kraken showed up ready to battle on March 21st, 2026, but couldn't find enough firepower against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena. Kent Johnson lit the lamp for Columbus, and that was just the start of a rough night for the Emerald City squad. Kaapo Kakko answered back with a power play goal to keep things interesting, but it wasn't enough to stop the bleeding.
Columbus Came to Play
The Blue Jackets were on home ice for the final game of a three game stretch at Nationwide Arena, and they made it count. Kent Johnson found the back of the net, followed by Danton Heinen and Damon Severson also lighting the lamp for Columbus. That's a lot of firepower, and the Kraken defense couldn't keep up. Meanwhile, the Blue Jackets had history on their side, sitting at 4-5-0 all-time against Seattle with a 2-2-0 mark at home.
Kakko's Power Play Spark Wasn't Enough
Kaapo Kakko got one back on the power play for Seattle, showing the kind of finish that's kept the Kraken competitive all season. But one goal wasn't going to cut it against a hot Columbus squad. The Blue Jackets came in at 83 points while Seattle brought 71 to the table, and that gap showed up on the scoreboard. It was a battle, but ultimately the visitors couldn't find a way to close it out.
What's Next for Seattle
The Kraken have some work to do if they want to make a real push down the stretch. Games like this one against top competition are where you find out who you really are as a team, and this loss stings. With the season heating up, Seattle needs to get back in the win column fast and start climbing that playoff race ladder.
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