In a commanding display of skill and speed, the Seattle Kraken took down the Dallas Stars 7-2 in the highly anticipated series-opener of their Western Conference playoff matchup. The Wild, as they are more commonly known, dominated the game from start to finish, outshooting the Stars by a significant margin and showcasing their potent offense. The loss marks a tough start for the Stars, who were hoping to bounce back from a disappointing regular season. As the series shifts to Dallas for the next two games, the Stars will be looking to regroup and mount a comeback, but the Kraken's strong performance has set the tone for a thrilling playoff battle.


Takeaways: Wild dominate Stars in lopsided series-opener  Sportsnet