Dallas Stars in a thrilling 5-4 overtime win.

Introduction:

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Kraken fans were on the edge of their seats during the first game of the Seattle Kraken's inaugural playoff run, as they took on the Dallas Stars in a thrilling 5-4 overtime win. As the dust settles and we look back on the game, here are three takeaways that Kraken fans can carry with them throughout the rest of the series.

The Kraken's offense is explosive:

The Kraken's offense was firing on all cylinders during game one, with five different players finding the back of the net. From Jared McCann's opening goal to Jaden Schwartz's game-winning tally in overtime, the Kraken's offense was able to consistently create chances and capitalize on them. This bodes well for the rest of the series, as the Stars will need to find a way to slow down the Kraken's high-powered attack if they hope to advance.

The Kraken's defense needs to tighten up:

While the Kraken's offense was impressive, their defense was a bit shaky at times. They allowed the Stars to score four goals, including two in the final period to force overtime. While some of the blame can be attributed to a few unlucky bounces and deflections, the Kraken will need to tighten up defensively if they hope to make a deep playoff run. Fortunately, the team has a number of experienced defenders who should be able to make the necessary adjustments.

Special teams could be a deciding factor:

Yanni Gourde, Seattle Kraken (Jess Starr/The Hockey Writers).

Both teams were able to score on the power play during game one, and special teams could play a crucial role in determining the outcome of the series. The Kraken's penalty kill will need to be sharp, as the Stars have a number of dangerous weapons on the power play. At the same time, the Kraken's power play will need to continue to be effective if they hope to keep up their offensive production.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, Kraken will have to perform like this in future games to maintain their legacy in game.