Seattle Kraken vs Dallas Stars Picks and Predictions March 29th 2025

Seattle Kraken vs Dallas Stars March 29th 2025

Planning on watching today’s Stars and Kraken game? Catch the action at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, WA, as the Kraken hosts this showdown at 10:30 ET on ESPN+. The Stars are favored by -1.5 in this Western conference contest against the Kraken. The game’s over/under currently sits at 6 goals.

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Dallas vs. Seattle Key Information

• Teams: Stars at Kraken
• Where: Climate Pledge Arena Seattle
• Date: Saturday, March 29th
• Betting Odds DAL -170 | SEA +143 O/U 6

The Stars Can Win If…

Dallas dropped to 47-21-4 after a 4-2 loss to the Panthers. The Stars trailed 2-0 before tying it up, but Florida pulled away with two more goals. Dallas was the underdog on the puck line, and the total was set at 6.5 goals, with the combined score reaching 6.

Evgenii Dadonov got the Stars on the board in the second period, and Matt Duchene added another to tie the game. However, the Panthers scored twice in the third period to secure the win, including an empty-net goal with 1:00 remaining.

Dallas was held scoreless in the first period before Evgenii Dadonov netted his second goal of the season on a power play at 8:38 in the second. Matt Duchene followed with his seventh goal at 11:22. Duchene also added his eighth assist on Dadonov’s goal.

The Stars took 25 shots on goal and recorded 32 giveaways. Miro Heiskanen picked up his fourth assist of the season, while Thomas Harley earned his fifth assist on Duchene’s goal.

The Stars’ defense gave up the first two goals in their previous game, and after tying it at 2-2, they allowed two more, including the game-winner at 2:32 into the 3rd period. Casey DeSmith made 21 saves with a save percentage of 87.5%.

• The Stars have posted a 3-0 record in their previous three games. In addition, their puck line record over this stretch is 2-1 while posting a 2-1 over-under mark.
• Dallas has put together a record of 6-4 in their last ten games (regular season). Their record vs the puck line sits at 6-4 in these matchups, while posting a 5-5 over-under mark.

The Kraken Can Win If…

After a 2-0 loss to the Bruins, the Kraken’s record dropped to 31-36-6. Seattle’s defense gave up both goals in the first period, and their offense couldn’t respond, leaving them scoreless for the game.

The total for the game was set at 6 goals, but the teams combined for just 2. As underdogs on the puck line, Seattle failed to cover. They’ll look to bounce back in their next outing.

Seattle’s offense was shut out in their 2-0 loss to the Bruins. The Kraken managed 23 shots on goal but couldn’t find the back of the net. They were held scoreless across all three periods, with 19 giveaways hampering their efforts.

Seattle failed to capitalize on any power play opportunities, and their scoreless game marked the first time this season they were shut out.

Seattle’s defense gave up two goals in the first period, with the second coming on a power play. However, they shut out the Bruins in the second and third periods. Goalie Joey Daccord made 31 saves, finishing with a 93.9% save percentage.

• Through their last three regular season contests, Seattle has a record of 1-2. They have held up well vs the puck line in these matchups, going 3-0 as well as an over-under record of 3-0.
• Across Seattle’s last ten regular season games, their record sits at 5-5. Against the spread, Seattle went 7-3 in these games and finished with an over-under mark of 5-3-2.

The Lean

For a moneyline bet, I’m backing the Kraken to secure a victory over the Stars at home. With the moneyline currently set at +143, I’m locking in my bet on the Kraken straight-up.

Our projections have the Kraken pulling out a win as the underdog. But if you’re not as bullish as we are on the Kraken, we’d recommend at least getting a bet down on them to cover the puck line.

With an over/under line sitting at 6 goals, we like this game to surpass that mark and recommend getting a bet down on the over.

Stars Aim to Clinch Playoff Spot in Weekend Set vs. Kraken

SEATTLE — The Dallas Stars can officially punch their ticket to the postseason this weekend as they open a crucial two-game road series against the Seattle Kraken on Saturday night. With a win and a Colorado victory over St. Louis, the Stars would clinch a playoff berth, marking their fifth trip in the last six seasons.

Dallas Focused on Seeding, Not Just Clinching

The Stars (47-21-4, 98 points) enter Saturday riding a four-game winning streak and a seven-game point streak (5-0-2). Fresh off a 5-2 win in Calgary on Thursday, Dallas remains locked in a heated battle atop the Central Division standings. They trail the Winnipeg Jets by four points for the division lead while holding a five-point edge over third-place Colorado, giving Dallas everything to play for down the stretch.

Coach Pete DeBoer emphasized that the mission extends well beyond simply qualifying.

“We’re not just looking to get in,” DeBoer said. “We want to be in the best position possible. Whether it’s chasing Winnipeg or keeping ahead of Colorado, every point matters.”

The Stars are getting hot at the right time, with key players leading the charge. Jason Robertson has six points in his last four outings, including a hat trick in Edmonton on Wednesday. Trade-deadline pickup Mikko Rantanen is making an immediate impact, notching eight points in 10 games with the team. Veteran Matt Duchene has added offensive consistency, registering points in six of his last seven games.

Goaltender Jake Oettinger is expected to get one of the two starts this weekend in Seattle. He’s coming off a season-best 41-save performance against the Oilers and appears to be rounding into playoff form.

Kraken Clinging to Faint Playoff Hopes

Seattle (31-36-6, 68 points) is hanging by a thread in the Western Conference playoff picture and is one regulation loss away from being officially eliminated. However, the Kraken are playing with pride, going 5-3-2 in their last 10 games and coming off a dominant 6-1 home win over Edmonton.

“We’re proud of how we’re competing,” Kraken coach Dan Bylsma said. “The guys are playing for each other. That bodes well for where we’re heading.”

The Kraken’s top contributors are heating up. Jaden Schwartz has scored in three straight games and leads the team with 23 goals, while Jared McCann remains the club’s top scorer with 51 points. He has six points in his last five games, including a two-point effort on Thursday.

Seattle could be without top playmaker Chandler Stephenson, who’s missed the last four games due to an upper-body injury and remains day-to-day.

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What’s at Stake

For Dallas, Saturday could mark their official entry into the playoffs — and potentially the start of a push for home-ice advantage in the Western Conference. For Seattle, it’s about pride, progress, and avoiding elimination. The two-game set at Climate Pledge Arena should provide a playoff-like atmosphere with both teams still fighting for something meaningful.