San Jose Sharks vs. Seattle Kraken
The Seattle Kraken (6-2-4) have started strong under head coach Lane Lambert, winning two-thirds of the possible standings points in their first 12 games. Key players like Eberle and Schwartz have contributed with fast starts.
Accountability and Team Buy-In
Kraken defenseman Vince Dunn highlighted the team's collective accountability and commitment as the main difference this season. He emphasized that from veterans to rookies, everyone is held to high standards with no exceptions.
"I like the accountability most of all. From top to bottom, we're all in. No one is getting freebies throughout the year. All of the guys are being held accountable, myself included, all the way to guys who are coming in for their first [NHL] year. The expectations are always there — no excuses about road trips, travel, or anything else."
Dunn also praised the clarity of the team's system, which leaves players confident about their roles during games and practices.
"There's just no questions. I've never been in a game or practice this year where I'm like, ‘What are we doing here?’”
Such predictability and discipline are key drivers for the Kraken's recent success on the ice.
Summary: The Seattle Kraken's strong start under Lane Lambert stems from team-wide accountability and clear systems, with players like Dunn emphasizing the lack of confusion and high standards across the roster.